Fire fighters - industrial action

The Fire Brigade Union (FBU) have announced their  intention to take strike action, the first strike will commence in England and Wales only on 25 September 2013 from midday to 4.00pm.

 The Government response to this industrial action has been coordinated by the  Department for Communities and Local Government (DCLG) in close liaison with the  Scottish and Welsh Government. These Departments have been working with Local  Fire and Rescue Authorities to ensure that appropriate contingency plans are in  place to deliver any alternative arrangements needed.

Their top line advice for businesses at this time is to: Review your current fire risk assessment , Check your detection systems Read full article from here