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More than ninety new firefighters get ready to take up their role

More than ninety new firefighters were described as 'skilled and brave rescue specialists' as they embark on a new career to keep communities safe.

Preliminary multi-agency investigation into the cause of the Union Street fire in Glasgow is underway

The cause of a fire that started in the ground-floor of a commercial unit in Union Street, Glasgow, causing the four-story structure to partially collapse, will be investigated by a multi-agency team.

Perthshire firefighter who almost lost his arm after a cycling accident takes part in Edinburgh Marathon

A firefighter running the Edinburgh Marathon after a cycling accident says he’ll ‘dig deep’ to complete the race to raise funds for the charity that helped him recover.

Scots ISAR team praise resilience and generosity of the people of Morocco

After returning from the earthquake zone in Morocco, two firefighters from the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service say the resilience and generosity of the people they helped will stay with them.

Josh trades personal training for firefighting in Moray

Josh moved from Cambridgeshire last year to train as a firefighter after working as a personal trainer.

Candle safety

Essential tips and guidelines for safely using candles, tea-lights, oil lamps, and essential oil burners.

Morocco earthquake: two firefighters and search and rescue dog join international effort

Two firefighters and a search and rescue dog from the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service have joined an international team as part of the UK Government's response to the Morocco earthquake.

Firefighters take on 600-mile cycle challenge for charity

A team of firefighters and fire support staff is embarking on a gruelling physical cycling challenge spanning 600 miles to support the mental wellbeing of colleagues.

SFRS Board to consider Service Delivery Review recommendations in June

River Clyde rescue prompts firefighter to speak about mental health

While firefighting is often seen as a physically demanding role, John-Joe says the mental impact can be just as challenging.