The safety of people living in high-rise flats across Scotland is the focus of a public consultation launched by the Scottish Government. Continue reading High-rise fire safety consultation launched
Tag: Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
Wildfire warning remains in place this Easter weekend
A Fire Chief has spoken of the efforts of crews to protect communities during a recent spate of challenging wildfires – as another risk warning is issued for the Easter weekend. Continue reading Wildfire warning remains in place this Easter weekend
Weekend wildfire warning for communities across Scotland
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service is urging the public to be aware of an increased wildfire risk this week. Continue reading Weekend wildfire warning for communities across Scotland
Firefighter Clara encourages others to join the best job in the world
A firefighter has told how she worked to protect the public at a devastating fire that claimed the lives of hundreds of people. Continue reading Firefighter Clara encourages others to join the best job in the world
Emergency services restructure: ‘raft of improvements’ still required
A review into the 2012 Police and Fire Reform (Scotland) Act – one of the biggest transformations of a public service since devolution – has concluded that, despite challenges, the reform has led to greater consistency of service across Scotland. This has particularly benefitted victims of crimes such as domestic or sexual abuse. Continue reading Emergency services restructure: ‘raft of improvements’ still required
Fire service called to more than 300 white goods fires last year
DCO McGown: “It’s not on.”
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service has launched a hard hitting safety advert highlighting the dangers of white goods fires. The 30 second clip – showing a household washing machine blaze – was unveiled yesterday. Continue reading Fire service called to more than 300 white goods fires last year
Firefighters take on Loch Ness challenge
FIREFIGHTERS Tony Collins and Keith Langley will spin into new territory when they take on a huge 106km cycle around Loch Ness this spring. Continue reading Firefighters take on Loch Ness challenge
Fire and Rescue Service recruitment campaign aims to #BreakTheMould
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service is reaching out to under-represented groups to apply to become ighters – but there are no guarantees, says a leading SFRS figure. Continue reading Fire and Rescue Service recruitment campaign aims to #BreakTheMould
Firefighter ready to run his first marathon to raise money for charity
A Scottish firefighter is preparing to run his first ever marathon and admits the prospect “gi’es him the fear!” Continue reading Firefighter ready to run his first marathon to raise money for charity
SFRS Heritage Trust raise funds for The Soldiers Charity
Dedicated volunteers from the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service were recently invited to Edinburgh to present a cheque to the Soldiers Charity. Continue reading SFRS Heritage Trust raise funds for The Soldiers Charity