Roles of Emergency services Flashcards

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What is the role of the police?

A

Protect life and property
Maintain public order and safety
Keep the queens peace

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What is the role of the fire service?

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Extinguish fires in their area
Protect life and property
Rescue people involved in RTCs

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What is the role of the armed services?

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Protecting the interests of the UK at home and abroad
Providing humanitarian aid

(Armed forces covenant: sets out the relationship between the armed services and the government.)

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What is the role of custodial care?

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The punishment and rehabilitation of offenders
To protect society from those who break the law

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