Some fire stations in Merseyside have had to temporarily close because of staffing issues as firefighters threaten strike action over their working conditions.
Several fire stations in Merseyside have temporarily closed recently as firefighters are moved between locations to cover gaps in staff due to illness or staffing needs.
On December 14, 2022, Toxteth, Wallasey, Birkenhead and the Liverpool City Centre fire stations were closed. Since the beginning of December, fire stations across Merseyside have been closed for more than 1,000 hours according to the Fire Brigades Union.
