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Safer and Stronger Communities Overview and Scrutiny Sub-committee - Thursday, 8 October 2026
October 8, 2026 View on council websiteSummary
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The Safer and Stronger Communities Overview and Scrutiny Sub-Committee of East Riding of Yorkshire Council is scheduled to meet on Thursday 8 October 2026. The agenda includes discussions on emergency planning arrangements with Humberside Fire and Rescue Service and a consistent approach to emergency planning across the council. The sub-committee will also receive an update on its work programme and review the Forward Plan of Key Decisions.
Humberside Fire and Rescue Service - Emergency Planning
The sub-committee is scheduled to receive a report from Niall McKiniry, Deputy Chief Fire Officer of Humberside Fire and Rescue Service1, outlining the service's emergency preparedness, response, and recovery arrangements. This report will detail how the service contributes to statutory duties, local resilience requirements, and multi-agency working. It is expected to cover preparedness measures, including contributions to the Humber Local Resilience Forum2 and the implementation of Joint Emergency Services Interoperability Principles (JESIP)3. The report will also detail response capabilities, including the operational command structure, fire station locations across the East Riding, and response times. Recovery arrangements, delivered through Local Resilience Forum structures, will also be discussed, alongside financial implications and linkages to strategic plans.
Consistent Approach to Emergency Planning
A report from the Interim Executive Director of Prosperity and Place will detail the council's approach to emergency planning. This report will explain the council's statutory responsibilities under the Civil Contingencies Act 20044 and its participation in the Humber Local Resilience Forum. The discussion is expected to cover the council's internal planning, the role of the Humber Emergency Planning Service (HEPS)5, and the development of Business Continuity Plans. The report will also address multi-agency coordination through the Humber Local Resilience Forum, the Community Risk Register6, and emerging challenges such as the interconnected nature of modern risks and financial pressures. The council's internal emergency response coordination, including the role of an Incident Manager and emergency response teams, will be outlined, as will multi-agency coordination through Tactical and Strategic Coordinating Groups. The report will also cover warning and informing the public, community emergency planning, and recovery from emergencies.
Safer and Stronger Communities Overview and Scrutiny Sub-Committee Work Programme
The sub-committee will receive an update on its current work programme for 2026/27.
Forward Plan of Key Decisions
The sub-committee will be asked if it wishes to pre-scrutinise items added to The Cabinet's Forward Plan of Key Decisions. These include the Review of the Dangerous Wild Animals Policy
and the Review of the Mobile Homes Licensing Policy
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Niall McKiniry is the Deputy Chief Fire Officer of Humberside Fire and Rescue Service, responsible for overseeing emergency preparedness and response operations. ↩
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The Humber Local Resilience Forum (LRF) is a partnership of organisations responsible for preparing for, responding to, and recovering from emergencies across the Humber area. ↩
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Joint Emergency Services Interoperability Principles (JESIP) are a set of guidelines designed to improve collaboration and effectiveness between emergency services during incidents. ↩
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The Civil Contingencies Act 2004 is legislation that places duties on organisations to prepare for and respond to emergencies. ↩
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The Humber Emergency Planning Service (HEPS) is a shared service that supports local authorities in the Humber region in meeting their duties under the Civil Contingencies Act 2004. ↩
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The Community Risk Register (CRR) identifies the most significant risks facing an area and assesses their likelihood and potential impact. ↩
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