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London's firefighters have 'alarming' cancer risk due to contaminants from buildings and EVs

Instances of cancer amongst firefighters aged 35-39 are up to 323% higher than the general population

Evening Standard

Reform council led by ‘captain chaos’ is risking public safety, union warns

‘It’s time for the council administration to get a grip,’ says Fire Brigades Union boss after series of councillor suspensions

The Independent UK

Reform UK council ‘chaos’ creates threat to public safety – Fire Brigades Union

Reform UK councillor suspensions include the chair and vice-chair of the Kent and Medway Fire Authority which has left it in ‘disarray’.

Evening Standard

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Firefighters issue urgent plea ahead of Bonfire Night

A union has highlighted a significant increase in fires across the UK in recent years

The Independent UK

Firefighters call for funding boost as they prepare for Bonfire Night

A union said the service had been pushed beyond limits.

Evening Standard

Scottish fire engine destined for West Bank may return after 15-month Israeli seizure

Dundee firefighters request return of donated appliance to avoid Nablus officials having to pay £16,000 Ashdod holding fees

The Guardian - UK

Unions warn Reeves they could abandon Labour if she ‘panders to the right’ with more welfare cuts

Exclusive: FBU general secretary Steve Wright has warned that there is growing pressure on unions to disaffiliate from Labour ending political donations

The Independent UK

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Warning issued to Keir Starmer over Donald Trump’s UK visit

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The Independent UK

Prime minister urged to cancel Donald Trump’s visit to the UK

The FBU said Buckinghamshire fire and rescue service has emailed staff offering overtime for the visit

The Independent UK

PM urged to cancel Trump visit to the UK

The FBU says firefighters will be deployed to Chequers at a time when the service is ‘stretched to breaking point’.

Evening Standard

Thousands of firefighter jobs could go through cuts, says union

Fire Brigades Union leader Steve Wright said 2,300 fire and rescue posts could go.

Evening Standard

Urgent drought and wildfires warning issued amid UK heatwave

Reservoirs are well below average for the time of year, and England is heading into more dry, heatwave conditions

The Independent UK

Water shortfall in England now ‘nationally significant’, drought officials warn

Reservoirs are well below average for the time of year and England is heading into more dry, heatwave conditions.

Evening Standard

Keir Starmer urged to intervene in Birmingham bin strike

The leader of the Fire Brigades Union says the Government cannot ‘stand by’ any longer.

Evening Standard

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The Guardian - UK

Matt Wrack plans to stay in post as teaching union’s general secretary

Wrack, whose appointment as NASUWT chief faced legal challenge, condemns ‘ludicrous’ efforts to undermine him

Evening Standard

Firefighters recommended to accept 3.2% pay rise

The FBU leader has urged the Government to invest to protect the public and fund bigger pay increases in the future.

The Guardian - UK

Ministers raise concern over NASUWT move for ‘combative’ ex-FBU chief

Matt Wrack in line to become leader of traditionally moderate union despite lack of teaching experience

The Guardian - UK

Rise in ‘racist’ online comments by members of unions, says FBU leader

Steve Wright says internal inquiries uncovered dozens of cases where members had used racist slurs or stereotypes

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The Independent UK

Rayner faces call to say whether Army could help clean up Birmingham bins

Ayoub Khan MP asked the Deputy PM whether Army personnel could ‘assist the local charities and organisations’ that are helping to clear the waste.

The National (Scotland)

Scottish fire engine sent to Palestine impounded by Israel for six months

A fire engine donated to Palestine by Scottish firefighters has been impounded by Israel for over six months.

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Social Security Payments Were Suspended for Some Americans Abroad. Here's What to Know

Retirees living abroad must complete a questionnaire every 1 to 2 years when sent by the SSA. Failure to respond can lead to the suspension of your benefits; here's how to fix it.

The Independent UK

Trade union boss warns Reeves against trading workers rights for economic growth

Exclusive: FBU general secretary issues a warning to Rachel Reeves and Keir Starmer over pay and workers rights following the chancellor’s speech

Evening Standard

More than 100 flood warnings in force with more rain, sleet and snow on way

The Environment Agency has urged people to remain vigilant over the coming days as flood warnings are still in place.

The Guardian - UK

Fire Brigades Union bars former member of governing executive over alleged racist posts

Grant Mayos also promoted material by far-right Britain First, disciplinary committee finds

The Independent UK

Starmer bids to end Tory ‘scorched earth’ industrial relations policy with workers’ rights reset

Labour’s workers’ rights reforms will include an end to zero-hour contracts and the repeal of anti-strike laws

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