Aiming for the top 16 Feb, 2022 Blog Alan Soutar’s used to feeling the heat. His 17 years with the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service - preceded by eight as a...
The right to strike: why it matters 15 Feb, 2022 Blog Firefighters should have the right to organise together and democratically take decisions, including to strike. Taking...
Proud Red Clydesider and always a team player 22 Dec, 2021 Blog When Roddy McAllister started working in fire, 45 years ago, Glasgow still had the unenviable reputation as the “Tinderbox...
The ties that bind 10 Nov, 2021 Blog The ties that bind our armed forces and the fire service run deep and must be remembered, particularly at this time of year...
Our planet, under attack 05 Nov, 2021 Blog Climate change increases the likelihood of floods and wildfires, placing major added burdens on firefighters and communities...
COP26 and firefighters 27 Oct, 2021 Blog You might have heard a lot about COP26 over the last few weeks, months and even years. Hosted in Glasgow, the climate change...
Black History Month: Food for thought 08 Oct, 2021 Blog In October each year, we take a look at black history around the world and the contributions made by black historical figures...
The new Fire Brigades Union website 22 Sep, 2021 Blog The Fire Brigades Union (FBU) have recently launched their next generation website. I’ve been leading the development...
DECON – to prevent and protect 02 Sep, 2021 Blog Fire contaminants are directly linked to and can increase the risk of cancer and other diseases. The FBU has launched its new...
A year of fighting the pandemic: time for a fair pay rise 19 May, 2021 Blog Over the last year, firefighters have proven time and time again that they provide a vital public service protecting our...
