Community Risk Management Plan.
Consultation now open, your voice matters
We are currently developing our new Community Risk Management Plan (CRMP). The CRMP sets out how we identify and understand the risks facing our communities and how we will prioritise our people, resources and services to keep Northumberland safe over the coming years.
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Your views are essential in shaping this plan. We want to understand what matters most to you, the risks you are concerned about, and how you think NFRS can best support your community. By listening to residents, businesses and partner organisations, we can make sure our services reflect local needs and expectations.
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We are inviting you to take part in our public consultation survey. The survey is quick to complete and your feedback will help inform decisions about prevention, protection and emergency response across Northumberland.
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Please take a few minutes to complete the survey and have your say. Your input will help us plan for the future and continue to protect the communities we serve.
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Help us help you.
The decisions we make today will shape the safety of Northumberland for years to come.
Why do we produce a Community Risk Management Plan?
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Every fire and rescue service in England must produce a CRMP, as set out in the Fire and Rescue National Framework for England (2018). This ensures we are delivering a modern, effective, and accountable service.
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The framework sets out five key responsibilities that every fire and rescue authority must meet:
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Fire prevention, protection and response:
Making the right provision for preventing emergencies, protecting people and property, and responding to all fire and rescue incidents. -
Understanding risk:
Identifying and assessing the full range of foreseeable risks that may affect our communities. -
Collaboration:
Working closely with other emergency services and partners to improve efficiency and effectiveness. -
Accountability:
Being open, transparent, and answerable to the communities we serve. -
A professional and resilient workforce:
Developing and maintaining a skilled, flexible, diverse and resilient team.​
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Our CRMP brings all of this together into a single, public plan that sets out how we will continue to keep Northumberland safe, now and in the future.
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How do we develop the CRMP?
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Producing the CRMP involves several key stages:
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Identifying existing and emerging risks across Northumberland
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Evaluating how effectively we manage these risks
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Identifying opportunities for improvement or change
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Setting policies, priorities and standards
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Determining the resources we need to deliver a safe and effective service
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Consulting with our communities, partners and staff before any final decisions are made​
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