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- 1Government quietly dropped England wildfire preparedness plan●Revealed: Government quietly dropped plan to prepare England for wildfires
A Guardian investigation reveals the UK government quietly scrapped a plan to prepare England for wildfires. A freedom of information request shows the wildfire risk scheme was dropped, while data indicates many fire services lack proper protective equipment for tackling blazes. The report has prompted criticism over preparedness as wildfire risks grow.