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<p>The Fire and Rescue National Framework for England sets out the Government’s expectations
of Fire and Rescue Authorities. As such, it reflects the Government’s firm commitment
to the principles of localism and decentralisation: giving Fire and Rescue Authorities
the freedom to determine and articulate their priorities for service delivery in accordance
with their assessment of local risk (reflected in their Integrated Risk Management
Plan); and to increase their accountability to the communities they serve.</p><p>Local
operational planning and decision making, including fire protection plans, and specialist
fleet and equipment are the responsibility of the Chief Fire Officer.</p>
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