A Government survey has found that 83 per cent of residents surveyed are satisfied with Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service.

A Government survey has found that 83 per cent of residents surveyed are satisfied with Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service.

Eighty-one per cent of the people who responded to the Place Survey in Devon and Somerset also said they were satisfied that the Service provided value for money.

The results of the survey have been reported to the Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Authority's Audit and Performance Review Committee.

Western Area Commander Steve West said: "It is reassuring that the results seem to indicate that the public have a high regard for the Service and the work we are doing to make the community safer. We work very closely with partner agencies to improve the quality of life for our residents and this is reflected in the results of this major survey.