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Remembering Ewan Williamson
Firefighters paused to remember colleague Ewan Williamson who died fifteen years ago at the Balmoral Bar fire in Edinburgh
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One of Scotland's longest-serving firefighters steps down after more than four decades of protecting communities
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Fire crews see reduction of 52 false alarm call outs every day
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Firefighters face the potential of attending thousands of deliberate fires this summer
During the summer months last year, firefighters in Scotland responded to at least 40 deliberate fires every day.
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North East fire officer savours the chance of protecting his home community
SFRS appoints new Chief Officer
Deputy Chief Officer, Stuart Stevens, to be appointed as the new Chief Officer later this year.
SFRS achieves Gold Award and is ranked amongst the Stonewall Top 100 Employers
Anthony Nolan Charity Partnership - End of Term School Report
With school summer holidays underway, we’re reflecting on a successful term with our charity partner Anthony Nolan.
Kitten’s first adventure ends in rescue
A kitten’s first venture outside led to a rescue from the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS).
Mercat Tours to offer a special guided tour in Edinburgh
The tour operator has joined with heritage teams to recreate a walk of a 19th-century firefighter