OXFORDSHIRE County Council?s Fire and Rescue Service has been ranked as one of the best in the UK with an ?excellent? rating for emergency response.
A report published today by the Audit Commission states that the fire and rescue service is performing consistently above the minimum requirements, with a maximum rating of four for emergency response.
The annual assessment rates fire and rescue services across the country, judging their management and performance across eight categories.
These include how the service responds to emergency calls, community fire safety initiatives, financial control and value for money.
John Parry, Chief Fire Officer and Director for Community Safety at Oxfordshire County Council, said: ?We are delighted to be recognised as one of the best fire and rescue services in the UK.
?The assessment process highlights the commitment from all our staff and our many partners in delivering a first-class service to the people in and around Oxfordshire.
?I am convinced that we will be able to continue to make great strides in the future and ensure that excellence is embedded in the organisation.?
County Councillor Judith Heathcoat, Cabinet Member for Community Safety, said the Audit Commission?s report was something everyone in Oxfordshire should be proud of.
She added: ?I am very pleased with our excellent response to emergency incidents throughout the county and the ground-breaking prevention work we carry out in the community.?
The Audit Commission’s report states:
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