From 1st October 2015, new legislation will mean all landlords are responsible for fitting smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in their rented properties.  We are offering free smoke detectors to landlords.

Fire prevention experts are urging people to encourage their friends, family and neighbours to fit smoke alarms as part of an Easter fire safety campaign.

A smoke alarm is your early warning system, which will detect and alert you to a fire in your home. A smoke alarm will give you and your family valuable time to escape. Smoke alarms should be tested weekly.

If planning a romantic evening at home this Valentine's, make sure you get the hottest safety tips. 

E-Cigarettes are increasing in popularity. However, there are dangers with such a device. Read more for safety tips and watch how dangerous a charger can be.

Portable heaters are a way of providing heating solutions for many homes.  However, as a source of heat they can become a danger if not used and maintained correctly.

Safety tips:

Our Christmas message this year surrounds safer cooking methods.  Over half of emergency calls to accidental house fires are due to cooking, usually left unattended.

Stand by your pan!

The 12 Days of Christmas

Be safe Be aware

General fire safety advice for your home over the festive period.

On the 1st day of Christmas

As the colder weather sets in, we urge anyone lighting their open fire or log burner to ensure they have had their chimney swept.  Read more on chimney safety tips and links to chimney sweep searches.