All meetings, unless otherwise stated, are open for the press and public to attend. As of 6 August 2014 The Openness of Local Government Bodies regulations provides for any person to be permitted to report on the meeting, including by filming, photography or making of audio recordings. As such Merseyside Fire and Rescue Authority have produced a “Protocol for Reporting Meetings” and a “Procedure for Attendance at Meetings” to inform prospective observers of what to expect when attending meetings, and what is expected of visitors whist on the Authority’s Premises. If you wish to attend Merseyside Fire and Rescue Authority Meetings (including Committees and Sub-Committees) please read and familiarise yourself with this document.