New cross-party group set up to tackle wildfire prevention
A Yorkshire MP has launched a new All-party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on wildfire prevention.
Scarborough and Whitby MP Alison Hume is setting up the group in the wake of last summer's Fylingdales Moor/Langdale blaze.
It will aim to learn any potential lessons from the incident, strengthen resilience to future incidents and improve support for affected communities.
The new APPG will bring together MPs and peers from across the political spectrum to examine wildfire prevention, preparedness and recovery.
Ms Hume said: “Last summer's wildfire showed just how devastating these incidents can be, not only for our environment but for the people and communities left to deal with the consequences long after the flames have been extinguished.
“My colleagues and I want this APPG to become a strong voice for wildfire prevention and resilience, while also making the case for better support for those living with the consequences.”