Due to a previous pause in purchasing new fire appliances, the existing fleet are now superceeding recommended lifespan periods, leading to increased expense for breakdowns, maintenance and repairs and a risk of parts becoming obsolete. Aproval is sough for an additional £1.3m in 25/26 and £1.46m from 26/27 onwards, alongside an initial investment of £2.1m in 2024 to ensure the minimum lifespan of appliances is met.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: - Revenue Expenditure > £500,000;
Decision status: For Determination
Notice of proposed decision first published: 02/04/2024
Anticipated restriction: Part exempt - View reasons
Decision due: 4 Jun 2024 by Delegated Decisions by Cabinet Member for Public Health, Inequalities & Community Safety
Lead member: Cabinet Member for Public Health, Inequalities & Community Safety
Lead director: Chief Fire Officer
Contact: Matt Chapman, Group Manager, Business and Transformation.
Consultees
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Plan Reference: 2024/111
Reason No Public Access: Paragraph 3