Legal

Ron Dobson is today under pressure to step down from his position after a judge ruled that the London Fire Brigade commissioner had acted unlawfully when he docked crew managers pay during a period of industrial action, potentially leaving the London Fire and Emergency Planning Authority with a six...

The Fire Brigades Union understands a settlement has been reached between former Cheshunt firefighter Ashley Brown and Hertfordshire County Council concerning his dismissal after giving 25 years exemplary, life-saving service to the people of Hertfordshire. The terms of settlement are to remain...

The family of a Newcastle upon Tyne retired firefighter, who died from incurable asbestos cancer, has received compensation for his death. The 78 year old worked at Pilgrim Street fire station in the centre of Newcastle for over 25 years, from 1960 – 1986. His health began to deteriorate rapidly...

In 2006 Geoff Wicker and Brian Wembridge lost their lives tackling a fire at Marlie Farm. Despite a High Court ruling that compensation must be paid to the families East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service have refused to pay. The FBU has launched a campaign for justice. The Incident Retained firefighter...