The Trade Union Bill: A briefing for media and campaigning work
Login and Like: FBU launches Facebook page
The Fire Brigades Union has launched its official Facebook page and are encouraging all members’ and supporters to ‘like’ and ‘share’ it. The page, which will be used to publicise the union’s campaigns and initiatives, is available here. Dave Green, FBU national officer, said: “Social media is an...
Domestic abuse model policy published
The FBU has published a domestic abuse policy document in order to help officials negotiate a local policy to raise awareness within their fire and rescue service. Samantha Rye, secretary of the FBU national women’s committee, said: “Domestic violence is abhorrent and repugnant. Perpetrators should...
Video | RDS modified pension scheme explained
A new video from the FBU outlines what the modified pension scheme means for firefighters on the retained duty system. Sean Starbuck, FBU national officer, answers questions based on issues members have raised over the scheme that came into force on 1 April.
Video | 2015 pension scheme briefing
In a new video Sean Starbuck, FBU national officer, outlines what the new 2015 Firefighters Pension Scheme means for firefighters and urges members to consider all the options and seek independent advice before even thinking of opting out of the scheme.
Video: questions from FBU members about the 2015 firefighters' pension scheme
In this video Matt Wrack FBU general secretary answers questions from members about the 2015 firefighters' pension scheme and whether firefighters should opt out. If you have any questions about the scheme send them to [email protected]
Spin buster: can 100% of firefighters retire at 55?
he government has repeatedly claimed that no firefighter will leave be forced to leave the fire and rescue service without access to a job or pension after the age of 55 as a result of its proposals on pensions. However, the Fire Brigades Union claim that the majority of firefighters will not be fit...
