Fire Brigades Union1 day agoFirefighter injury shows 'need for action' on cutsProposals to address a deficit at Cleveland Fire Brigade include reducing a station's staffed hours.1 day ago3 days agoWatch: Dorset firefighters criticise 'unacceptable' PPEFirefighters in Dorset have said it's "unacceptable" they have not got the lightweight personal protective equipment that the crews in Hampshire have been issued.3 days ago8 days agoOvernight firefighter cuts 'potentially deadly'The Fire Brigade Union said the cuts were 'unsafe' and underfunding could have serious consequences.8 days ago6 Aug 2026Plans to close four Kent fire stations rejectedThe Fire Brigades Union hail a "stunning victory", while fire chiefs call the move "disappointing".6 Aug 20269 Jul 2026Threatened Hoo Peninsula fire station given reprieveThe on-call fire station at Grain, which is operated by part-time firefighters, has been saved.9 Jul 202628 May 2026Fewer fire station open days 'could affect safety'A fire service says it has held open days at 14 of its stations, but the number will be cut to two.28 May 202631 Mar 2026Firefighters back strike action in row over cutsFBU says 94% of firefighters who took part in consultative ballot voted in favour of strike action.31 Mar 202612 Feb 2026Firefighters face strike ballot over proposed cutsThe Fire Brigades Union says changes in Oxfordshire "could spread to nationwide strike action".12 Feb 20264 Feb 2026Fire service warns funding gap could mean cut of 500 firefighters The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service claims it is facing a £6m funding gap in the next financial year. 4 Feb 2026...
