Barbeques or open fires in public spaces - Find a freedom of information request

1. Does your authority have responsibility for setting the local regulations regarding whether people can barbeque (BBQ) in a public space?

2. Is BBQ cooking permitted in all local authority public spaces without a permit or prior authorisation?

3. If not, is BBQ cooking permitted in any local authority public spaces without a permit or prior authorisation?

4. Is BBQ cooking permitted in any local authority public places with a permit or authorisation?

5. How many local authority places exist in your geography where people can BBQ?

6. Regarding question 5, if less than six in number, please name the places.

7. Is there a charge for a permit/permission? If so, how much is it?

1. No. Lincolnshire fire and rescue (LFR) will support prevention work across the county and link in with local authority partners.

2. LFR do not hold this information. Local authorities may impose local restrictions at identified areas where risks may be present.

3. As above.

4. As above.

5. There are six local authority areas, with the Lincolnshire County Council the upper tier authority.

6. Not applicable.

7. LFR do not hold this information.