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Written question asked by Edward Morello (Liberal Democrat) on Wednesday, 13 May 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 18 May 2026. It was answered by Samantha Dixon (Labour) on Thursday, 21 May 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.

Thatched Roofing: Insurance

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether he has assessed the potential impact of fire station closures on the level of insurance costs for thatched homes.

Answer

The consideration and assessment of impacts resulting from proposed fire station closures in Dorset and Wiltshire, is the responsibility of the Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Authority (FRA) and its Chief Fire Officer.

When considering proposals for changes to station provision, it is the responsibility of the FRA to assess the impact on response times as part of their overall assessment of community risk as part of their Community Risk Management Plan.

Any possible impacts of the proposals are for consideration by the FRA.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
717
Session
2026-27
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Closures Insurance Fire stations Thatched roofing
Link
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