Issue - meetings

To consider a report from the Chief Fire Officer, which seeks approval to create a joint Integrated Risk Management Plan (IRMP) for both Hampshire Fire and Rescue Authority (HFRA) and the Isle of Wight Council (IWC).

The Authority considered a report from the Chief Fire Officer (item 8 in the minute book) regarding the Integrated Risk Management Plan (IRMP) consultation document, which was seeking approval to create a joint Integrated Risk Management Plan (IRMP) for both Hampshire Fire and Rescue Authority (HFRA) and the Isle of Wight Council (IWC).

It was felt that in anticipation of the Shadow Authority commencing in spring 2020, it was sensible to combine the IRMP’s, and this proposal had already been approved by IWC. This was especially important as Delivery Plans going forward would originate from the content within the IRMP.

The proposed timeline on page 27 of the pack was highlighted and Members were encouraged to share the consultation and recommend that constituents take part. Whilst the formal name of the document was not clear to the public, this could be changed to something more relatable once approved in principal.

Members noted that the light grey font in the introduction of the plan was difficult to read and recommended this be altered in the final version. Reference to “March 2019” on Page 114 would also be amended.

RESOLVED:

a)    Following agreement by Isle of Wight Council, Hampshire Fire and Rescue Authority approved Option 1 of the report, namely to consult with relevant stakeholders on the draft joint IRMP for IWC and HFRA attached to this report.

b)    Authority was delegated to the Chief Fire Officer to make any necessary minor amendments to the consultation documentation and to make arrangements for the consultation to take place.