There have been reports of young people making hoax calls and then trying to stop emergency workers getting through. Why would they do that?
The Fire and Rescue Service reports about 200 incidents a year of impeding and assault.
Some politicians think such antisocial behaviour is another sign of lack of respect in society. Do young people agree?
The maximum penalty for an offence under this Act is a fine of 5,000. Do young people think this penalty is right?
Some fire services have young firefighter schemes. Would understanding the job of firefighters help young people appreciate the seriousness of their actions?
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