I had occasion to use our local number the other week.
Part of the Lottery-Funded improvement to the dawn-till-dusk park across the road was increased security;the fences are maintained and the padlock-keys closely guarded, it was not always this way, plus the ex-stately home that is within the confines of the park is now a Council run Party venue;it too has gained extra security measures, alarms and flashing red lights.
A few weeks ago while out 'exercising' the mutt I noticed a Fire Engine parked-up at the front gate, as none of the (999) Emergency services have keys, I watched as a Fireman in full clobber dragged step ladders from his truck and clambered over into the park;all of this is way less that satisfactory, so I determined then that if I heard any alarms I would first ring the council and let them notify whomever, and perhaps then, be there with the keys.
I called, and eventually somebody answered, and it only took about twice as long as may have been the mark of efficiency.
