Fire & Emergency ResponseHealth and WellbeingNews Most Brits say that emergency workers are undervalued Optical Express May 31, 2023 Despite the fact that one in every two workers (51%) believe that their own job is appreciated by their employer,…
Health and WellbeingNews Discrimination and harassment problems go “right to the top” says Fire Brigades… Fire Brigade Union May 31, 2023 The report notes widespread discrimination, harassment and bullying across Fire and Rescue Services in the UK.
Best PracticeHealth and WellbeingNews Staff report bullying, harassment and discrimination in every fire and rescue… HMIFRS May 31, 2023 Inspectors found examples of racist, homophobic and misogynistic behaviour in a quarter of fire and rescue services…
Health and Wellbeing Shocking spike in firefighter mortality rates from cancer Kirsty Gearey Mar 30, 2023 How much more evidence do we need to clarify the fact that firefighters are at greater risk of cancer and other…
Health and WellbeingNews Firefighters complete 3,000 mile row across Atlantic in aid of The Fire Fighters… Fire Editor May 2, 2023 The Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge is known as the world's toughest row – and for Stu and Craig, who'd never…
FeaturesHealth and Wellbeing Shocking spike in firefighter mortality rates from cancer Lorna King May 22, 2023 As a recent report found significant overall excess cancer mortality among Scottish firefighters, alongside…
Health and WellbeingNews Blue Light card offers up to 40 percent off this Valentine’s Day Fire Editor Feb 14, 2023 Blue Light Card asked their members how they'd be spending Valentine's this year, with over half reporting that…
Health and WellbeingNews Firefighters far more likely to die from cancer and heart attacks than public Fire Editor Jan 16, 2023 The study, led by UCLan's Professor Anna Stec, was carried out by obtaining mortality records from the National…
FeaturesHealth and Wellbeing To hell and back: Marathon des Sable success Lorna King May 17, 2023 Following our exclusive series on the 'Need to exceed' earlier this year, Features Editor Lorna King provides an…
FeaturesHealth and Wellbeing Fire Service Museum fronts mental health support Lorna King May 17, 2023 The newly opened Fire Service Museum in Romsey, Hampshire, is much more than a traditional exhibition for fire…
Health and WellbeingNews The Fire Fighters Charity proud to be Chosen Charity for prestigious fire awards Fire Editor Dec 7, 2022 The awards evening, which is hosted by Fire Knowledge – publisher of FIRE magazine – honours individuals across the…
FeaturesHealth and WellbeingOrganisational Culture A catch-up with Chief Fire Officer, Phil Shillito Fire Editor May 17, 2023 It's been one month since our new Chief Fire Officer, Phill Shillito has been in post. As part of this change the…
Health and WellbeingNews Case Study: On the Validation of Environmental Sensors Fire Editor Dec 5, 2022 Poplar Harca knew they needed to make their residents' home safer, greener and healthier, and were looking for…
Health and WellbeingNews Firefighters and control staff to start strike ballot after no increased pay offer Fire Editor Dec 5, 2022 If a national strike were to take place, it would be the first national strike since pension action between 2013…
Health and WellbeingNews The Fire Fighters Charity opens family space at its Devon centre, Harcombe House Fire Editor Mar 30, 2023 Furze Cottage will now offer a welcoming space for adults and dependants alike, with activities, toys and games to…