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Firefighters to put new training strategy into practice
Scottish Fire and Rescue Service launches five-year strategy to enhance firefighter training excellence
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Kilbirnie Street fire in Glasgow claimed seven lives 52 years ago
Seven firefighters who lost their lives in a Glasgow fire are being remembered more than five decades since the tragedy.
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Fire officer takes over Falkirk and West Lothian as he marks 20-year career
A senior fire officer marks his 20-year milestone this week as he takes the helm overseeing fire and rescue operations in Falkirk and West Lothian.
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Fire Officer relishes opportunity to serve local communities in Mid Lothian, East Lothian, and Scottish Borders
Serving local communities is a role close to the heart of Area Commander Marc Pincombe. It’s why he signed up as a 20-year-old, when he completed a coupon in his local newspaper.
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Large-scale fire at a derelict building Carronvale Road, Larbert, Falkirk.
We are no longer in attendance at the scene.
Watch Commander celebrates milestone with service after following in dad’s footsteps
Colin Hutcheson, Watch Commander at Tillicoultry Community Fire Station, is celebrating 40 years of service.
Successful water safety open day at Loch Lomond Shores
As part of World Drowning Prevention Day, an open day dedicated to water safety was held on the shores of Loch Lomond on Thursday, 25 July.
Experienced fire officer returns to take charge of area he started career
A long-serving firefighter has expressed his pride as he starts a new role overseeing fire and rescue operations across East Renfrewshire, Renfrewshire and Inverclyde (ERRI) – returning to take charge of the area where he started his career.
New defibrillators in East Kilbride
Kyle McGrath, the son of retired Station Commander Stephen McGrath, made a significant contribution to the Lanarkshire community.
New LSO appointed in Dumfries and Galloway
Area Commander Derek Heaton is relishing the role