Island’s fire brigade service ‘extremely limited’

A report into fire brigade facilities on the country’s second most populated island, Arranmore, has found that the services are “extremely limited” and in some areas below standard.

The report into facilities on the Co Donegal island also found of the fire station’s location: “It was noted that parking at the adjacent bar impinged upon the fire station forecourt. It was reported that this has resulted in a delayed turnout on previous occasions.”

It found “the existing station does not fulfil minimal functional requirements nor provide firefighters with facilities conducive to safety, health and welfare as required under law. The provision to the firefighters and residents of Arranmore should be no less than any other station.”