Nearly a quarter (24 per cent) of UK homeowners confessed they might not immediately hear about a recall on an appliance they own. One in five (20 per cent) couldn’t remember if they had registered their large appliances and less than half (46 per cent) had registered all their major white goods. These sobering revelations emerge …
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Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service urges venues to put safety first
Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service (NFRS) is stepping up efforts to keep people safe in entertainment and event venues with a new programme of proactive fire safety checks and support for businesses across the county. The initiative comes as the world reflects on the devastating fire at a Swiss nightclub on New Year’s Eve, which …
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Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service urges firework safety ahead of New Year’s Eve
As Northamptonshire prepares to welcome in the New Year, Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service is reminding residents to celebrate responsibly and keep safety at the forefront of their festivities. The safest way to enjoy fireworks is by attending an organised display, where professionals manage the risks. However, if you choose to hold your own celebration …
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Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service warns of rising chimney fires as temperatures drop
With Christmas just around the corner and temperatures falling, Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service is urging residents to take extra care when using chimneys and wood-burning stoves, such as log burners. Over the past week, crews have attended two chimney fires due to build-up of debris in the chimney, a reminder of the risks posed …
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Fire crews carry out checks to make sure shopping centres stay safe for Christmas
Fire crews have visited shopping centres across the county to make sure shops are safe from fire hazards in the busy build up to Christmas. Over the last two weeks, crews from Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service have been working with individual retailers to ensure that Christmas stock deliveries are not blocking fire doors or …
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Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service launches “Twelve Messages of Christmas” safety campaign
Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service (NFRS) aims to keep its communities safe with an important message of safety this December. Today, December 01, marks the launch of its seasonal campaign, “Twelve Messages of Christmas”, designed to help residents enjoy the festive period while staying safe. Running throughout the month, the campaign will be sharing key …
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Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service joins White Ribbon movement to end violence against women and girls
Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service (NFRS) is working to achieve accreditation with White Ribbon UK and pledges its commitment to this global movement dedicated to ending violence against women and girls. White Ribbon is the leading charity engaging men and boys in preventing violence against women and girls. The campaign calls on individuals to challenge …
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Bravery, loyalty and life saving efforts recognised at annual Awards Ceremony
Firefighters from Northamptonshire have been commended for going above and beyond the call of duty for their work in helping to keep people safe across the county. The annual Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service awards ceremony took place on Friday (November 14) and recognised heroic work and long service from firefighters and fire staff. Chief …
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Prosecution results in Wellingborough hotel being fined £75k for fire safety failures
A hotel in Wellingborough town centre has been handed a £75,000 fine for ignoring an enforcement notice from Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service to improve its fire safety. Members of the Fire Service’s Protection Team found fire safety deficiencies during an inspection of The Hind Hotel premises on May 21, 2024 – which was part …
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Desborough station re-opens following roof replacement work
The on-call crew from Desborough is responding from the station in King Street again following the completion of a roof replacement. The crew was temporarily relocated to Rothwell on October 1 so that the essential repair work could take place to maintain the structural integrity of the building – which was built in 1975. Mick …
