Wildfire teams and kit for firefighters
“Firefighters on the front line in England will be boosted by additional specialist wildfire teams and state of the art, wildfire-specific, light weight personal protective equipment, backed by up to £45million, meaning those who work tirelessly to protect others can stay also safe.”
- Promised
Where it stands
Announced ahead of the Prime Minister's wildfire summit, with RAF Chinook helicopters and A400M aircraft to be fitted to fight fires. The release says the new kit will be lighter and more breathable than kit designed for building fires. It does not say how many teams, when they start or over what period the money is spent. The card moves when the teams are set up or the kit is issued.
What has happened
- Oct 2026The government announces specialist wildfire teams and wildfire protective equipment for firefighters in England, backed by up to £45 million, Promised
About the cost
Up to £45 million, with no period given, so no yearly figure is shown.
More detail
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