Grenfell

The union representing firefighters across the UK has announced that the claims for its members injured in the Grenfell tragedy have been settled for £20m in the High Court. The claims were brought by 114 firefighters, some of whom were unable to work again due to severe trauma, for personal injury...

At least 125 firefighters and 20 fire engines were called to a cladding fire in Wembley yesterday, 29 January. Matt Wrack, Fire Brigades Union general secretary, said: "Firefighters have once again been called to cladding fire which could have resulted in tragedy. “The Fire Brigades Union warned of...

The Fire Brigades Union has warned that a government plan to deregulate furniture regulations could cost dozens of lives every year. As shoppers gather for Boxing Day sales on sofas and other furniture, the union is warning that unless the ministers change course, decades of safety regulations could...

Today marks six years since the Grenfell Tower fire in 2017. Last month, it was announced that the Public Inquiry's second report would be delayed until 2024. The Fire Brigades Union has said it will stand "shoulder to shoulder" with the Grenfell community to campaign for justice. Matt Wrack, Fire...