The FBU Podcast

FBU national officer Tam McFarlane speaks with general secretary Steve Wright, and FBU regional chair for London, Gareth Beeton, in a brand new monthly show. This months Red Notice includes updates on the Autumn Budget, the Government's decision to scrap the PFCC model, and the underfunding crisis across London.

FBU national officer Tam McFarlane speaks with general secretary Steve Wright, EC member Joe Weir, and brigade officials in a brand new monthly show. This months Red Notice includes updates on cuts in Buckinghamshire, Avon and Oxfordshire.

Fire services across the UK face unprecedented funding cuts at a time when wildfire incidents are at record highs. FBU General Secretary Steve Wright, along with Executive Council member Colin Brown, Regional Secretary Duncan Stewart-Ball, and Regional Treasurer Dave Pike, discuss the devastating impact of austerity on fire and rescue services. From station closures to appliances off the run, they reveal how 15 years of cuts are putting communities at risk when they need protection most.

Tam McFarlane speaks with conference delegates to break down this year's biggest debates on Labour affiliation, funding, and health & safety.Tam is joined by Harry Brant, brigade secretary for Leicestershire, and Rebekah Uden, brigade secretary for North Wales Plus, general secretary Steve Wright with an update on the pay campaign, what’s coming up, and what can members expect by next conference.

Firefighter foam is a serious health risk to firefighters and the public.Mick Tisbury from United Firefighters Union of Australia shares his knowledge and experience on campaigning for blood testing and regulations on forever chemicals in firefighting foam.Mick and Dave Hamilton have achieved remarkable success, securing presumptive legislation that provides firefighters with recognition and compensation for work-related diseases.