Under the Welsh Language (Wales) Measure 2011, in Wales, the Welsh language has equal legal status with the English language and must not be treated less favourably. Since 30 September 2016, Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service has committed to the Welsh Language Standards imposed by the Welsh Language Commissioner.
Firefighters and Community Fire Safety staff from the Service will now visit domestic properties to provide home safety advice and will supply and install a smoke alarm free of charge, where appropriate.
These checks are the cornerstone of the proactive role the Service is adopting in its drive to reduce the deaths and injuries that are caused by accidental fires.
The provision of smoke alarms and other home safety items by Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service is supported by funding from Welsh Government.