Cornwall Fire, Rescue and Community Safety Service has launched their new Critical Control Centre (CCC) at their headquarters in Tolvaddon.

This launch is the result of a three-year programme of work which combines upgrades to the mobilising system, also being launched in North Yorkshire, and the beginning of monitoring of CCTV in Cornwall.

Cornwall Council cabinet member for communities Geoff Brown said: ’I am delighted that the new critical control centre is now fully operational at Fire HQ. With our expert staff, latest technology, access to CCTV and complimentary arrangements with our colleagues in North Yorkshire, we will have the most up-to-date facility in the country, able to support the community and capable of dealing with whatever emergency situations occur in Cornwall.’