Let's talk on Monday 24th January

Bedfordshire and Luton Fire and Rescue Service is helping to host a series of “Let’s Talk Together” meetings aimed at the residents of Central Bedfordshire.

On January 24th a meeting will be held from 5 pm to 7 pm at Biggleswade Fire Station and on March 22nd at the same times at Toddington Fire Station.

BLFRS is committed to playing a role in partnership activities for the good of the community as a whole. It played a leading part in early Community Forums held in Mid Beds and is involved in many other similar activities across Bedfordshire and Luton with partners such as Beds Police and local councils.

Further information on the Let’s Talk Together meetings which go on throughout Jan, Feb and Mar can obtained via www.centraltogether.org.uk

Backing women behind the fire engine wheel

Beds and Luton Fire and Rescue Service - backing women behind the wheel

On 27th March 2011, The Fire Fighters Charity will visit Alconbury Airfield, near Huntingdon, Cambs to give women a once in a lifetime chance to drive a variety of large and unusual vehicles in the 'Ladies Driving Challenge'.

Participants will be able to try their hand at manoeuvring a range of different vehicles such as Fire Engines, 4x4's off road, Plant, Construction, Agricultural and even a Skid Pan spin - all thanks to organisations such as Asda, Donarbon, Alconbury Driving School, HE Services and Spartan Rescue.

Event Organiser, Laura Harden, said “The Ladies Driving Challenge promises to be an exciting day, with the chance to operate a fantastic collection of vehicles often only associated with male drivers. The Women-only Challenge is focused on handling vehicles with skill, enjoying a new experience, as well as raising money for a good cause.”

All women over the age of 17 with a full driving licence are welcome to join in during the morning or afternoon sessions. Registration costs £10 and entrants are asked to raise a minimum of £90 in sponsorship.

All proceeds from the event will go to The Fire Fighters Charity.

Laura explained, “Behind the fun, there is a very serious message that we are supporting a charity which helps injured fire fighters. The Fire Fighters Charity is the only charity dedicated to supporting firefighters and their families in times of need.”

To take part in the Ladies Driving Challenge, entrants should request a registration pack from Laura Harden on 01476 567750 or entrants can register on-line at: www.firefighterscharity.org.uk/ldc

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Notes to editors:

The Fire Fighters Charity - supports injured Firefighters through physical and emotional trauma.

Despite the best training, accidents and tragedies are sadly inevitable and The Fire Fighters Charity is here to support these brave men and women.

The Fire Fighters Charity has two therapy and two recuperation centres in the UK to provide physical and emotional rehabilitation to the Firefighters.

Over 17,000 beneficiaries are supported annually by the charity.

THE FIRE FIGHTERS CHARITY

Contact: Laura Harden - Regional Fund-raising Officer
T: 01476 567750 / 07798 725560
F: 01256 366599
E: lharden@firefighterscharity.org.uk
W: www.firefighterscharity.org.uk