Staffordshire Fire and Rescue service are opening their doors to more of their fire stations as part of the warm spaces scheme, which aims to support those struggling with the cost of living crisis. 

Longton Community Fire Station is the latest addition to the scheme and will be available every Wednesday from 2pm-4pm beginning today (Wednesday 11 January).

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Fire service staff will also be on hand to give fire safety advice and to signpost to partner organisatons that may be able to offer support in relation to the cost of living. 

Other warm spaces across Staffordshire include:

• Gnosall Community Fire Station, Wharf Road, ST20 0DB - Every Tuesday and Wednesday 10am-2pm
• Stafford Community Fire Station, Beaconside, ST18 0DD – Every Thursday 10am – 2pm
• Rugeley Community Fire Station, Bryans Lane, WS15 2JN – Every Friday 10am – 3pm
• Lichfield Community Fire Station, Birmingham Road, WS13 6HU – Every Thursday 1.30pm – 3pm
• Burton Community Fire Station, Moor Street, DE14 3SU - Every Friday 1.30pm – 3pm
• Chase Terrace Community Fire Station, Rugeley Road, Burntwood, WS7 1AQ – Every Wednesday 12.30pm – 2.30pm

Head of Prevent and Protect, Ian Read, said: "I am pleased that we are able to offer these facilities to our communities who are facing considerable challenges this winter.

"Not only will you be welcomed with a cuppa, you'll also meet some friendly faces and find out more about how our service can support you.

"We'll be using the sessions as an opportunity to raise awareness of our campaign, 'Be Warm. Be Safe' which is about encouraging people to warm their homes safely."

To find out more about the 'Be Warm. Be Safe' campaign, visit Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service's website.