Police were called to Discount Tyres on Harrison Street, Blackburn after 15 vehicles were stolen during April 2019. The gates to the premises had been broken, with a number of vehicles stolen. These included a variety of expensive vehicles including an Audi A4 S-line, Volkswagen Golf GTI, Honda CR-V and a Toyota Prius. 6 of […]
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Summer Fire Safety—Stay Protected This Summer
Summer is here and if its anything like last year, it’s lining up to be a scorcher. Increases in temperature is all well and good while you are out sunbathing, however, it also brings an increase in fire hazards. The best way to deal with a fire… is to prevent it! Reduce Your Summer Time […]
Walkers Factory Evacuated After Fire
On Wednesday 17th April, Leicestershire Fire and Rescue service attended an incident at the Walkers factory in Leicester. The factory was evacuated at 11.30 AM, however the fire was contained within an industrial oven, which was cooled using its integrated system. The Fire Brigade had two breathing apparatus and one hose reel on standby should […]
Willenhall Care Home Puts Residents at Risk
Following a recent inspection, Kingsway Care Home in Willenhall has been given the lowest possible rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC). The CQC report showed the Care Home had an overall rating as “Inadequate”, with concerns regarding the Care Homes fire safety arrangements. The findings of the report found numerous failings including: The Fire […]
Care Home Rated High Risk for Fire Safety
Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspectors have rated the Parkview Residential Home as “Requires Improvement” following recent inspections. The home has a poor history with inspections and recent improvements had not been maintained. The Care Home had received a number of recommendations from the Fire Service during 2018. However had done nothing to improve their safety. […]
Choosing The Right Fire Risk Assessor For YOUR Business
You need a Fire Risk Assessment, but how do you know which Assessor to choose? A Fire Risk Assessment can be carried out by anyone who is competent to do so, however it is highly recommended to use a specialist company. If your local Fire and Rescue authority attends site and deems your assessment and […]
Assured Release Self-Assessment Checklists
We encourage businesses to implement security measures to reduce the likelihood of being targeted by criminals. Therefore, we have released a Business Self-Assessment Checklist alongside a Schools Crime Prevention Self-Assessment Checklist. With both checklists, it is important for each point to be considered in relation to the number and frequency of previous crimes and the […]
Meat Stolen In Sheffield Raid
On Monday 29th April 2019, The Peacock in Stannington, Sheffield was raided at around 9 PM. The thief stole hundreds of pounds worth of meat just hours before the staff was due to prepare a funeral buffet. The small family run business had to arrange new supplies for the buffet. However, this wasn’t the first […]
Rotherham Care Home Burglary – CCTV Released
CCTV images have been released showing a man wanted in connection with a burglary in Rotherham. Church View Care Home on Church Street, Rotherham was broken into during February 2019 after a window was damaged to gain entry. A safe containing bank cards and money belonging to the care homes residents was stolen during the […]
Business Crime – Protect YOUR Business
Business Crime effects between a quarter and a third of UK Businesses every year. With the consequences being significant. The FSB reports that the cost of crime is nearly £3000 per victim every year. Many of the local police authorities offer free advice on how you can reduce business crime. We want to help, so […]
