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Information We Publish

Information We Publish

Publication Scheme

Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service is committed to providing information about the services we offer, how we spend money and how we make decisions in line with the requirements of the Freedom of Information Act 2000.

What is a Publication Scheme?

Every public authority subject to the Freedom of Information Act must maintain a publication scheme outlining what information is routinely available, how to access it, and any associated costs. The aim is to make as much information as possible easily accessible without requiring a specific request. 

TWFRS follows the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) model publication scheme, covering both existing and future publications. Information is available on our website for download or in traditional document form, either free of charge or at a cost.

Some information may not be made available when:   

  • we do not hold the information  
  • the information is exempt from disclosure   
  • we cannot easily access the information   
What Classes of Information Do We Publish?
  • Who we are and what we do 
  • What we spend and how we spend it 
  • What our priorities are and how we are doing 
  • How we make decisions 
  • Our policies and procedures 
  • Lists and registers 
  • The services we offer
Who We Are and What We Do
What We Spend and How We Spend It
What Our Priorities Are and How We Are Doing
How We Make Decisions
Our Policies and Procedures
The Services We Offer

We are continuously working to make our information accessible to everyone. However, some documents may not be fully accessible. If you need them in an alternative format, please contact us at  or email our Inclusion Team. For more details, see our Accessibility Statement.