A new season at home

As we head into the colder months, many of us use more heating, lighting and electrical appliances around the home. We've seen a small number of fires in recent months, some involving electrical items and overloaded sockets. With that in mind, we'd like to share a few simple reminders that can help keep you, your family and neighbours safe.

• Give your smoke alarms a quick test every now and then to make sure they're working properly
• If you notice an issue with fire safety equipment in a communal area, please let us know
• If you're using a portable heater, make sure it has plenty of space around it and isn't too close to furniture, curtains or bedding
• Avoid plugging too many items into the same socket, particularly when using extra heating and lighting
• Keep communal corridors, lobbies and stairwells clear so they remain accessible for everyone