Combined Fire Authority

Combined Fire Authority

County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Authority logo crest

County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Authority is responsible for setting the strategic direction, policies and priorities of the Service. In doing so it must ensure the Fire and Rescue Service has the people, equipment and training needed to carry out its duties in relation to:

  • fire prevention
  • fire safety
  • fire fighting and rescue
  • road traffic collision extrication and rescue
  • other emergency rescue activities, e.g. responding to flooding or terrorism

You can read more information about its duties and functions by clicking on the links at the side menu.