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Why residential emergency evacuation planning matters more than ever
Patrick Heaney
From April 6, 2026, new fire safety regulations in England came into force. Designed to…
Firefighters to benefit from health support during and after service
The government has launched a firefighters’ concordat, focused on health and wellbeing and built-in partnership…
Beyond the flames: why water is now a frontline risk
At Cheshire Fire and Rescue, a new Water Safety Strategy is aiming to cut the number of water-based incidents that…
The rising impact of climate change
In February 2026, a new study found that deadly wildfires in central and southern Chile were made about 200 per…
Fewer firefighters, longer response times and more fires
For Steve Wright, firefighting is in the blood. The general secretary of the FBU has been a member of the fire…
Increasing risks of solar panel fires
Technology correspondent Dr Dave Sloggett examines how the rise of solar power is introducing new and growing fire…
How innovation is shaping the UAE and wider GCC
The fire sector in the UAE and wider GCC is evolving beyond traditional compliance models. Terry Johnson FIFireE,…
Blazing a trail
Lucy MacLeod has had a diverse career within the fire service, taking on many roles. As well as her core…
The evolution of UK fire safety: a review of historical fires
Fire has evolved throughout history and continues to do so. Arron Lock MSc MIFireE, fire safety manager at…
Parkinson’s and the fire service: an emerging concern
The firefighters’ Parkinson’s support group is a new initiative set up to provide support and improve understanding…
A critical moment for reform: reflections on the state of fire and rescue
Sir Andy Cooke QPM DL
As His Majesty’s Chief Inspector of Fire & Rescue Services, I am pleased to…
Frontline service sector stress rates ‘higher than average’
Dr Ravi Gil
More than 776,000 people are stressed due to work, according to Health and Safety…
The case for a National Fire Academy
Steve McGuirk
Command in the fire and rescue service has never been more demanding, not simply because…
Reframing vulnerability: reflections on Fire Fighters Charity’s winter appeal
Lorna King
Fire Fighters Charity has just released its winter appeal, and as demand for its services…
Why it’s crucial to include fire safety in planning
Lauren Walker
Construction is tough, and everything runs on solid communication and careful…