Carbis Bay part of council streetlight initiative

Carbis Bay part of council streetlight initiative

Cornwall Council is rolling out the next phase of an initiative to reduce carbon emissions, cut light pollution, and encourage nocturnal wildlife. Turning off some streetlights when most residents are asleep — between the hours of midnight and 5am — will also protect...
Devon and Cornwall still among safest parts of country

Devon and Cornwall still among safest parts of country

Devon and Cornwall remains one of the safest areas of the country according to new reports from the Office for National Statistics. Devon and Cornwall have consistently been in the top three areas in recent years. Latest figures put Devon and Cornwall in first place,...
Take precautions when using barbecues, warn fire teams

Take precautions when using barbecues, warn fire teams

Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service is reminding everyone to ‘chill that grill’ and make sure they take sensible precautions when using and disposing of instant barbecues. Firefighters attend an incident where barbecuse have been discarded when hot. Photograph Fire and...

New tri-service safety officers welcomed

Cornwall’s blue light family has welcomed seven new tri-service safety officers (TSSOs), who will soon be helping to protect Cornish communities and responding to emergency incidents. The passing out ceremony for the officers The TSSO role is unique to Cornwall. First...