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Reform of Fire and Rescue Authorities in Wales – Consultation Reform of the Fire and Rescue Authorities in Wales Governance and Funding Arrangements Reform of Fire and Rescue Authorities in Wales – Consultation reform of the Fire and Rescue Authorities in Wales governance and funding arrangements Consultation Responses 31 to 60 Response 31 Consultation Response Form Name: South Wales Fire & Rescue Authority Organisation: SWFRA Email/Telephone: Tel 01443 232005 Address: c/o SWFRS HQ, Fforest View Business Park, Llantrisant, Rhondda Cynon Taf, CF72 8LX Question 1: Do you agree the objectives for reform are appropriate and important? The FRA are of the opinion that reform of the Authority is unnecessary as it considers that the FRA already meets the objectives stated within the paper and will continue to do so provided there are not fewer members appointed to SWFRA. The current model supports good democratic representation of the communities within each unitary authority area. The FRA is always open to opportunities to improve the FRS but most importantly enhance the service provided to the communities of South Wales It is questionable whether some of the identified objectives are the most important issues facing the service today and in the foreseeable future – some key issues that could have a major impact on the Authorities ability to continue to deliver an effective and diverse service are outside of the FRA control. For example: o The continued and ongoing risk of industrial action through a live pension dispute involving national government both in Wales and at UK level o The inability to secure greater diversification of role pending resolution at National Joint Council level (at which the affected FRAs have no seat) or Welsh Government level (as per Scotland) o The operational and financial risks posed by the significant delay of the National Airwave project (now scheduled for 2022, but still not set in stone) where current resources are at end of life o Terrorist response o Uncertainty of public sector funding and other issues following Brexit The Authority welcomes and promotes clear and effective leadership of, and accountability for the development and delivery of fire and rescue services. However, it is suggested that some of the shortcomings identified within the White Paper in relation to FRA members are not based in fact and would equally apply to all other tiers of local and national government. The FRA consider that they have met the challenges facing them head on by effective leadership, scrutiny and decision making. Key decisions have been taken following extensive scrutiny and public consultation on a variety of issues to ensure the FRS is as efficient, effective and responsive as it needs to be in todays society. These decisions have included closing four fire and rescue stations (Bargoed; Cefn Fforest; Porth; and Blaina) with resultant redundancies of firefighters; the removal of 2nd appliances at stations where required; the reduction in very expensive and specialist appliances where a more efficient method has been identified; changes to the crewing arrangements on stations resulting in a reduction of 40 firefighter posts without affecting front line service delivery; the amalgamation of stations from two to one where appropriate (Bargoed and Cefn Fforest to Aberbargoed; Porthcawl and Kenfig Hill to South Cornelly (subject to a suitable site being found); and Treharris and Abercynon to the A472 between Treharris and Nelson (subject to a suitable site being found); the amalgamation of control rooms with an adjoining FRS and one of our Police partners; the provision of some specialist services on an all Wales basis to name a few. All of these decisions and changes have been successfully implemented without industrial unrest in a sector that is highly unionised and in some instances following personal threats against Members of the FRA. During such challenges, the Authority has continued to deliver an efficient, effective and reliable service to the communities of South Wales. Despite assertions to the contrary in the White Paper, existing members of the FRA do remain accountable to their home authorities over the manner in which they discharge their role and if authorities are dissatisfied with the way in which the FRA is being led, can change their nominated member(s) at any time to reflect this. They are also accountable to the electorate through the annual reports they prepare, which includes their role as a FRA member. The disqualification criteria for standing for election for any publicly elected role are set out clearly in statute. There is no differentiation for those that take on more senior leadership roles within the public body and no requirement for specific skills or experience, presumably reinforcing our democratic process of our public leaders reflecting the society we live in. Unless or until there are qualification criteria for election to any public member role (Community Council, LA, AMs, MPs, MEPs) there is no guarantee that an individual appointed to a specific role would have the skills and competencies to discharge that role. It is suggested that with structured training programmes for elected members, any concerns could be addressed in the same manner as they are in other democratically elected appointments. It is queried why Fire and Rescue Authority Members are being singled out for different treatment than other members elected into public office. Linked to this, the FRA supports through its effective strategic leadership, sustained and effective collaboration. There is a very long history of leading and delivering against this already with both emergency service partners, other public sector bodies and the third sector. However, given the development of PSBs, the NRFs and other mechanisms already in existence, it is queried why a cabinet member would be in a better position to facilitate this. The FRA strongly supports the desire to secure sustainable funding mechanisms to reflect the more diverse role that the FRS could deliver against and would welcome these issues being addressed as a matter of urgency. However, this is likely to require Welsh Government adopting a separate pay and funding settlement (as per Scotland) to achieve this if UK level negotiations are not appropriately concluded swiftly – these issues are currently outside of the control of the FRA. In relation to FRA numbers, the current legal constraints dictate a maximum of 24 members which SWFRA has adhered to and it is suggested that the current mechanisms could already reduce the headcount of FRAs in Wales if strictly adhered to. The Authority strongly supports the wish to avoid any adverse changes to front line operations or resources. However, whilst very laudable and highly desirable, it is the Authorities opinion that this is not achievable through some of the solutions proposed – budget mechanisms that allow final decisions to be taken outside of the FRA legal entity could very likely cause changes (potentially significant changes) to front line service delivery and resources to the detriment of the communities we serve. They also raise some interesting legal and liability implications should levels of funding prove insufficient or result in adverse consequences. Question 2: Are there other objectives that the reform programme should pursue? Please see suggestions detailed in the response to Question 1 above. In addition, it is queried that if, as is mentioned, the cost of the Fire and Rescue Service is in issue, some simple efficiencies could be generated by strict compliance to the existing Combination Orders on the number of FRA Members. Members of the FRA undergo comprehensive and detailed training following their appointment, which is refreshed annually with all members. In addition, a structured programme is in place for the most technical aspects of their work, such as Pensions, to ensure that the statutory requirements on understanding and knowledge of the relevant schemes and the members role is properly understood. Other bespoke training is scheduled as appropriate, often following Authority or committee meetings. Topics have included the preventative agenda; high rise and fire safety enforcement; risk modelling for fire and rescue resources; audit and governance training; treasury management; contingency planning; preparedness for industrial action; major events planning and preparedness; grassfires; data protection; and diversification of the service. In addition, FRA members also attend bespoke FRA training provided by the Local Government Association in England in relation to areas such as being an effective Chair and Deputy Chair of a FRA and Equality and Diversity training for FRAs. Systems are also in place to keep FRA members updated on key issues or incidents in relation to their LA area or affecting the FRA as a whole. This includes incidents resulting in a fatality; large or significant impact incidents; industrial action and resilience plans; business continuity for major events (such as major sporting or political events held in the South Wales area; and key press issues. Question 3: Do you agree that FRAs should remain as separate and distinct entities, with the same boundaries as now? It is agreed that the FRA should remain as distinct and separate legal entities. This is a situation that currently works extremely well and should continue. The statutory responsibilities under relevant legislation sit with the FRA. Unless there is an immediate desire to change the legislation, it is essential that FRAs remain a distinct legal entity. The White Paper does appear to rule out the option of a consideration on the number and/or boundaries of the three FRAs in Wales. However, it was noted that when the paper was debated in plenary session on 13th November, in response to a question from Mike Hedges AM, the then Minister, Alun Davies AM appeared to bring the issue back in scope if arguments were persuasive. There has been much debate over the years around the appropriate number and geographic boundaries for much of the public sector in Wales. This creates huge amounts of uncertainty and anxiety for the staff affected in these organisations and the communities they serve.
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