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This page shows the progress we have made towards the recommendations set by the HMICFRS in their 'Values and culture in fire and rescue services’ report, published in March 2023. 

London Fire Brigade has an important role to play in making London the safest global city – here's what we see as our key priorities.

London Fire Brigade has one of the best emergency responses to all types of incidents in the UK – here's an overview of what we do.

What does London Fire Brigade do? Who do we help and how? Our services are as diverse as the city we serve...

The London Fire Brigade has a number of methods to rescue people from heights. Usually these involve ladders or aerial appliances, but sometimes these are not suitable and we use ropes.

London is a city built around water, so perhaps unsurprisingly, the London Fire Brigade attended 6526 flood-related incidents in 2017.

A fire evacuation and salvage exercise at St Paul’s Cathedral earlier this month provided an opportunity to work with City Police and the St Paul’s team.

It's important to be aware of the fire safety implications of this vital equipment, from oxygen cylinders and airflow mattresses to incontinence products – discover the risks and what you can do to reduce them.

The need for firefighters to enter a burning building to enable them to extinguish a fire has always been hindered by the smoke generated from the flames – so breathing apparatus is essential.

Children and young people start to play with fire for various reasons, ranging from natural curiosity in toddlers to older children using firesetting to express feelings of anger or emotional distress.