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Portadown: Inquiry into claims on-call firefighters took engine to pub: An investigation hears claims alcohol was stored in a fridge at Portadown fire station.
bbc.com/news/uk-northern-ireland-68764265
Byrehill Place battery recycling plant fire burns for third night: Firefighters tackled a blaze at a recycling centre for the third night as residents have been ...
heraldscotland.com/news/24246870.byrehill-place-battery-recycling-plant-fire-burns-third-night/
Labour-affiliated unions urged to cut ties with pro-Palestinian group: A government adviser has criticised the Palestine Solidarity Campaign’s intimidatory ...
thetimes.co.uk/article/labour-pro-palestine-march-protest-london-mps-trade-unions-nschhp2s8
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Fire services are institutionally misogynistic, racist and homophobic, MPs told: ITV News has spent over a year exposing claims of misconduct at multiple fire ...
itv.com/news/2024-03-05/fire-services-are-institutionally-misogynistic-racist-and-homophobic-mps-told
Fire Brigades Union sends surplus Scottish emergency kit to Gaza: The Fire Brigades Union (FBU) has called for an end to ‘collective punisment’ of the population ...
heraldscotland.com/news/24192821.fire-brigades-union-sends-surplus-scottish-emergency-kit-gaza/
Fears as Wallsend Fire Station to close overnight: Regional fire bosses have approved a downgrade of Wallsend Fire Station that will leave it unstaffed from 6pm ...
thenorthernecho.co.uk/news/24178783.fears-wallsend-fire-station-close-overnight/
South Wales firefighters have 'no confidence' in interim chief: South Wales firefighters have passed a vote of no confidence in interim chief Stuart Millington ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/24131665.south-wales-firefighters-no-confidence-interim-chief/
SWFRS: Union to discuss vote of no confidence in interim fire chief accused of bullying
itv.com/news/wales/2024-02-16/union-to-discuss-vote-of-no-confidence-in-new-fire-chief-accused-of-bullying
Fire service now ‘best prepared in UK’ to deal with terror attack, CFO says: Seven years on from Greater Manchester’s darkest hour at the Manchester Arena ...
oldham-chronicle.co.uk/news-features/139/main-news/155448/fire-service-now-‘best-prepared-in-uk’-to-deal-with-terror-attack-cfo-says
New rules announced to protect public as fire and rescue workers strike: The government said the move will ensure the public are protected from the “dangerous ...
itv.com/news/2024-02-08/new-rules-announced-to-protect-public-as-fire-and-rescue-workers-strike
Liberal Democrat and Labour candidates for Northamptonshire Police Fire and Crime Commissioner announced
northamptonchron.co.uk/news/politics/liberal-democrat-and-labour-candidates-for-northamptonshire-police-fire-and-crime-commissioner-announced-4536056
Paid articlePaid Former senior cop appointed as Northamptonshire fire chief, pending outcome of police watchdog investigation
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But Avon Fire Authority says it still faces a £4m funding black hole, so cuts will be coming www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol-news/avon-firefighters-win-battle-stop-9111731
Hastings fire station 'downgrading' plans dropped: Campaigners are celebrating, having scored a victory in their fight against the ‘downgrading’ of a Hastings ...
sussexexpress.co.uk/news/people/hastings-fire-station-downgrading-plans-dropped-4520369
Retired firefighter's son says it is morally wrong dad does not get a pension: On-call firefighters pre-1992 do not receive pensions
grimsbytelegraph.co.uk/news/grimsby-news/son-retired-call-firefighter-says-9075141
Plaques unveiled in memory of firefighter who died in line of duty: A private ceremony was held at the fire station where Barry Martin was based.
news.stv.tv/east-central/plaques-unveiled-in-memory-of-firefighter-who-died-in-line-of-duty
Grenfell Tower: Injured firefighters have settled High Court case for a total of £20 million
itv.com/news/london/2024-02-01/grenfell-tower-injured-firefighters-have-settled-high-court-case
Terrified families escape flats fire involving cladding and demand urgent investigation
independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/london-cladding-fire-wembley-grenfell-b2487579.html
Jenners fire in Edinburgh: Investigation ongoing year after blaze killed firefighter
news.stv.tv/east-central/jenners-fire-in-edinburgh-investigation-ongoing-year-after-blaze-killed-firefighter
Ten Times Workers Won in 2023: As 2023 draws to a close, Tribune looks back at ten landmark trade union victories — showing how organised workers are fighting ...
tribunemag.co.uk/2023/12/ten-times-workers-won-in-2023
More people die in non-fire emergencies in Norfolk last year: More people died in non-fire related emergencies attended by Norfolk fire crews last year ...
edp24.co.uk/news/24071359.people-die-non-fire-emergencies-norfolk-last-year/
Plaque honouring firefighter who died whilst on duty is unveiled: A new red plaque has been erected outside a fire station in honour of a firefighter who died ...
expressandstar.com/news/local-hubs/walsall/2023/12/17/commemorative-red-plaque-unveiled-for-fallen-firefighter-brian-dean-in-bloxwich/
Firefighters anger over ScotGov failure in post-Grenfell safety crisis: Ministers have been accused of putting lives at risk after it emerged it has overseen the ...
heraldscotland.com/news/24067373.firefighters-anger-scotgov-failure-post-grenfell-safety-crisis/
Firefighters warn of service cuts after SNP budget 'sham': The firefighters union has warned of possible cuts to services in Scotland after exposing a budget ...
heraldscotland.com/news/24061157.firefighters-warn-service-cuts-snp-budget-sham/
Response times mean more people are dying in floods, crashes and medical incidents in South Yorkshire
thestar.co.uk/news/stressed-response-times-mean-people-dying-floods-crashes-medical-incidents-south-yorkshire-4478427
Harriett Baldwin MP and fire chief discuss fire service plans: Malvern’s MP has met with Worcestershire’s fire chief to discuss plans that could see the loss of ...
malverngazette.co.uk/news/24048240.harriett-baldwin-mp-fire-chief-discuss-fire-service-plans/
More people died in non-fire emergencies in South Yorkshire last year: More people died in non-fire incidents emergencies attended by firefighters in South ...
doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/more-people-died-in-non-fire-emergencies-in-south-yorkshire-last-year-4466766
Tight budget could mean slower progress tackling racism and misogyny, fire chief warns
standard.co.uk/news/london/london-fire-brigade-budget-funding-cultural-review-racism-misogyny-pay-award-salary-andy-roe-b1130992.html
Firefighters hold rally amid fears over 'dangerous' service cut at two stations: Cover at fire stations in Rhyl and Deeside could be reduced under proposals ...
dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/firefighters-hold-rally-amid-fears-28255405
Firefighters traumatised by Grenfell Tower fire to receive compensation : An out of court settlement has been negotiated with Kensington and Chelsea Council.
itv.com/news/london/2023-12-07/firefighters-traumatised-by-grenfell-tower-fire-to-receive-council-compensation
A look back at the major political events in Bristol in 2023: From Barton House to picket lines and a row over mayoral photos on a bus, it's been a ...
bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol-news/look-back-17-major-political-8990850
Fury over plans to scrap law passed after Woolworths tragedy that left 10 dead: Ten people died in the fire at Woolworths in Piccadilly
manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/woolworths-fire-manchester-ten-dead-28336159
Mick Lynch and Matt Wrack: 'We Will Defy the Anti-Strikes Law.'
The general secretaries of the RMT Union and Fire Brigades Union sit down with Tribune to ... Show more
https://tribunemag.co.uk/2023/09/we-will-defy-the-anti-strikes-law
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Mayor 'disturbed' by plan to cut Malvern fire engine: Malvern’s mayor says the loss of one of Malvern’s two fire engines would have “worrying implications”.
malverngazette.co.uk/news/23995977.mayor-disturbed-plan-cut-malvern-fire-engine/
He was accused of acting 'sexually'... but was the victim of 'wild gossip': Dr Christopher Valentine has been cleared of wrongdoing after a misconduct hearing
manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/accused-acting-sexually-victim-wild-28314466
Fire chief says plans to remove fire engines are 'not cuts': The fire service says plans to remove fire engines from stations in Worcestershire are not ...
malverngazette.co.uk/news/23997061.fire-chief-says-plans-remove-fire-engines-not-cuts/
Council leaders will fight plans to cut Malvern fire engine: Malvern could be about to lose one of its two fire engines as part of plans being considered by the ...
malverngazette.co.uk/news/23989185.council-leaders-will-fight-plans-cut-malvern-fire-engine/
Bristol's firefighters have been staging protests this week!www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol-news/avon-firefighters-protest-against-40-8973639
Councillor 'shocked but not surprised' as Northamptonshire commissioner involved in new job row involving friend
northantstelegraph.co.uk/news/crime/councillor-shocked-but-not-surprised-as-northamptonshire-commissioner-involved-in-new-job-row-involving-friend-4443240
Scottish Fire Service: Strikes warning for New Year: Firefighters could strike if the Scottish Government does not use its Budget to increase funds for the ...
heraldscotland.com/news/23977731.scottish-fire-service-strikes-warning-new-year/
Chester: Plaque unveiled marking Blitz firefighter's sacrifice: A NEW commemorative plaque has been unveiled today (Thursday, October 2) marking the sacrifice of ...
chesterstandard.co.uk/news/23897771.chester-plaque-unveiled-marking-blitz-firefighters-sacrifice/
Northamptonshire firefighters attend Westminster amid fire service ‘chaos’: Firefighters from Northamptonshire attended a meeting in Westminster to raise ...
northamptonchron.co.uk/news/politics/northamptonshire-firefighters-attend-westminster-amid-fire-service-chaos-4428489
'Failures at every level led to Barton House evacuation': There is a national crisis in building safety, says the FBU
bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol-news/barton-house-tower-block-evacuation-8925226
Hounslow house fire investigation ongoing after five deaths: Investigations are ongoing into the cause of a fire in Hounslow which killed five people ...
islingtongazette.co.uk/news/23925191.hounslow-house-fire-investigation-ongoing-five-deaths/
Fire station evacuated after rat invasion: Camels Head crews forced out after wet weather causes rodents to run amok
plymouthherald.co.uk/news/plymouth-news/plymouth-fire-station-evacuated-after-8915723
Flashback to 2002: Green Goddesses in action in the West Midlands as firefighters’ strike begins
expressandstar.com/news/nostalgia/2023/11/13/flashback-to-2002-green-goddesses-in-action-as-firefighters-strike-gets-started/
Call for action as Scots fire casualties soar by 120 in a year: Calls have been made for ministers to tackle an emergency service crisis as the number of fatal ...
heraldscotland.com/news/23897660.call-action-scots-fire-casualties-soar-120-year/
Plaque unveiled for heroic Chester firefighter killed in blitz: Cyril Dutton was off dutywhen 168 bombs landed on Chester, but volunteered to fight a fire at ...
cheshire-live.co.uk/news/chester-cheshire-news/plaque-unveiled-heroic-chester-firefighter-28024043
A large portion of fire engines in south Wales have been unavailable to deal with emergencies due to an exodus of part-time firefighters ... Show more tinyurl.com/33u3m9cs
Fire service building maintenance costs up 56% in five years, figures show: A freedom of information request found that costs rose from £4.64m in 2018-19 to £7 ...
news.stv.tv/scotland/fire-service-building-maintenance-costs-up-56-in-five-years-figures-show
Hundreds sign petition against Avon firefighter cuts : Up to 40 firefighters will be lost from the service in the next three years because of Government funding ...
bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol-news/hundreds-sign-petition-against-avon-8857208
North Wales fire service rules out closing stations: North Wales Fire and Rescue Service has been consulting on a shake-up of emergency cover in North Wales
dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/north-wales-fire-service-rules-27918211
Plaque for firefighters who died in Shirley Towers fire: A commemorative plaque has been unveiled today in honour of two firefighters who died in the line of ...
dailyecho.co.uk/news/23772969.plaque-firefighters-died-shirley-towers-fire/
Quick Glance: Memorial Plaque for Firefighters Lost in Shirley Towers Fire
- A memorial plaque was unveiled today to honor firefighters who lost their lives in the line of duty during a high-rise fire in Shirley.
- Alan, 38, and James, 35, were overcome by sudden and extreme temperatures while battling the fire on the ninth floor.
- The unveiling ceremony took place at St Mary's Fire Station in Southampton and was attended by family, friends, colleagues, and senior Fire Brigades Union officials.
- The plaque was unveiled by Alan Bannon's daughter, Abigail, followed by a minute of silence.
Mick Lynch and Matt Wrack: We Will Defy the Anti-Strikes Law: Following a historic motion backing non-compliance with anti-strikes law being passed at Trade ...
tribunemag.co.uk/2023/09/we-will-defy-the-anti-strikes-law
One in three firefighters consider quitting in 'decade of neglect': One in three Scots firefighters are considering quitting the service while facing increasing ...
heraldscotland.com/news/23882517.one-three-firefighters-consider-quitting-decade-neglect/
Scottish Fire and Rescue Service is in crisis, warns 'damning' new report: The Fire Brigades Union said the service had been ‘failed’ by political leaders
scotsman.com/news/politics/scottish-fire-and-rescue-service-is-in-crisis-warns-damning-new-report-4382149
Humza Yousaf ‘burying head in the sand’ over fire service funding, says Anas Sarwar
news.stv.tv/politics/humza-yousaf-burying-head-in-the-sand-over-fire-service-funding-says-anas-sarwar
Storm Babet: Aberdeen firefighter warns service will struggle to cope with more extreme weather events while cuts keep coming
pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/politics/6232270/storm-babet-fire-brigades-union/
Firefighters to attend rally in protest at 'dangerous' cut proposals: The fire service is currently consulting on a major shake-up of cover in the region
dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/firefighters-attend-rally-protest-dangerous-27803288
Firefighters Scotland: FBU consulting members on taking strike action: The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) announced that they will need to save a ...
heraldscotland.com/news/23852664.firefighters-scotland-fbu-consulting-members-taking-strike-action/
Cambs firefighters put pressure on service to reverse 'dangerous' smaller crews: Members of the Fire Brigades Union protested against a decision by ...
cambridge-news.co.uk/news/local-news/cambridgeshire-firefighters-put-pressure-service-27841838
'Dangerous' plan approved to cut 40 firefighters from Avon service: Avon Fire Authority committee members said it was the "least worst option" because ...
bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol-news/plan-cut-40-firefighters-avon-8805256
Bibby Stockholm migrant housing plans could face fire union legal challenge: The union previously branded the giant barge a “potential death trap”.
itv.com/news/westcountry/2023-08-27/bibby-stockholm-migrant-housing-plans-could-face-fire-union-legal-challenge
Fire safety report demanded five changes on Bibby Stockholm: Documents released under FoI laws show officials’ concerns after first asylum seekers boarded
theguardian.com/uk-news/2023/aug/31/fire-safety-report-demanded-five-changes-on-bibby-stockholm
Bibby Stockholm: Firefighters warn of arson attack risk on 'death trap' barge for asylum seekers
itv.com/news/westcountry/2023-08-29/firefighters-warn-of-arson-attack-risk-on-death-trap-barge-for-asylum-seekers
Bibby Stockholm: First asylum seekers expected to arrive on barge on Monday, Sky News understands
news.sky.com/story/bibby-stockholm-first-asylum-seekers-expected-to-arrive-on-barge-on-monday-12933124
Aberdeen firefighters make 230-mile round trip for height appliance amid fears resource cuts will put lives at risk
pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/aberdeen-aberdeenshire/6149413/firefighter-concerns-over-limited-life-saving-equipment/
New rules may leave Staffordshire fire crews 'unable to enter burning buildings': A union chief has made the claims as he slams a pilot reducing crew numbers
stokesentinel.co.uk/news/stoke-on-trent-news/new-rules-could-leave-staffordshire-8735516
Northamptonshire's police, fire and crime commissioner says he'd appoint 'close friend' again as he survives no confidence vote
northantstelegraph.co.uk/news/people/northamptonshires-police-fire-and-crime-commissioner-says-hed-appoint-close-friend-again-as-he-survives-no-confidence-vote-4285077
Paid articlePaid Commissioner's date with scrutiny panel over appointment of 'close friend' as Northamptonshire firefighters pass vote of no confidence
northantstelegraph.co.uk/news/people/commissioners-date-with-scrutiny-panel-over-appointment-of-close-friend-as-northamptonshire-firefighters-pass-vote-of-no-confidence-4279665
Paid articlePaid Bibby Stockholm: First asylum seekers moved onto migrant barge: The first asylum seekers have been transferred to the government’s controversial Bibby Stockholm ...
independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/bibby-stockholm-barge-first-asylum-seekers-portland-b2388822.html
Hero fireman aged 22 who died while tackling tower block blaze remembered on anniversary of death
expressandstar.com/news/local-hubs/birmingham/2023/07/28/hero-fireman-aged-22-who-died-while-tackling-tower-block-blaze-remembered-on-anniversary-of-death/
Suella Braverman branded ‘cheap and nasty’ after dismissing fire union’s concerns over Bibby
inews.co.uk/news/politics/suella-braverman-branded-cheap-nasty-fire-union-concerns-bibby-stockholm-barge-2578316
Oliver Dowden: Safety fears over asylum barge are politically motivated: THE Deputy Prime Minister has claimed a firefighters union’s concerns over safety on a ...
thenational.scot/news/23698615.oliver-dowden-safety-fears-asylum-barge-politically-motivated/
Asylum seekers set to be housed on barge 'in coming days': The first asylum seekers will go on to the Bibby Stockholm barge “in the coming days” ...
thenational.scot/news/23704549.asylum-seekers-set-housed-barge-in-coming-days/
Police Scotland officers and fire crews warn Government ‘putting public at risk’ in pay and cuts disputes
news.stv.tv/scotland/police-scotland-officers-and-fire-crews-warn-government-putting-public-at-risk-in-pay-and-cuts-disputes
Firefighters protesting budget cuts say morale has reached ‘rock bottom’: A range of measures were announced by SFRS earlier this year to make around £11m in ...
news.stv.tv/west-central/firefighters-protesting-budget-cuts-say-morale-has-reached-rock-bottom
Firefighters union to consider all options to protect services: A UNION has said firefighters will consider “all options” to defend jobs and services in the face ...
thenational.scot/news/23738333.firefighters-union-consider-options-protect-services/
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