Gay and Lesbian committee
The trade union movement represents ALL working
people, regardless of their sex, race, religious belief, sexuality
or disability.
The group was set up by gay and lesbian firefighters who
are ‘out’ in the workplace and felt they were in a position
to help others within the UK fire service. Within the group's ten
year existence, we have achieved official recognition with the FBU,
as well as representing the FBU in forums which were once untouched.
We also have an extensive network to support and advise (LGBT) lesbian,
gay, bisexual and transsexual members (firefighters, officers and
control staff) who may feel isolated or harassed.
The group is run on a strictly confidential basis and accepts the
rules, constitution and democracy of the Fire Brigades Union.
Our main aims are:
Ensuring lgbt members have a voice within the FBU,
and making sure we are not left out in equality issues at Brigade,
Regional and National level.
Providing support to lgbt members in ALL regions of the FBU.
Identifying and dealing with any issues/problems faced by our
members.
Providing members with the opportunity to talk/meet with other
members.
Distribute information concerning lgbt issues to members.
Any lesbian, gay, bisexual transsexual
FBU member contacting the group will only be dealt with by a group
member. All information will be protected and NOT made available
to any official unless the member gives his/her permission.
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