Find out what's happening at ECFRS. Here is a selection of our latest news bulletins.
31-07-2009Less than half uniformed staff support action
The results of the Fire Brigades Union's Essex ballot for industrial action has just been announced. There was a 79 per cent vote in favour of taking industrial action 'short of strike action'. It is...
31-07-2009Retained recruitment campaign targets mums and dads
Stay at home mums and dads are being targetted by Uttlesford and Braintree Community Command in a new recruitment campaign aimed at bolstering day time cover in the area. There are currently...
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17-07-2009FBU won't come clean to end strike fears
The FBU is refusing to allay firefighters’ fears that it secretly plans to escalate industrial action if it successfully secures a ‘yes’ vote in the ongoing ballot. Union...
14-07-2009Tops for tea and sympathy
Just weeks after receiving top marks from Government auditors for its operational efficiency, Essex crews have been given another plaudit. Independent researchers say that when it...
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14-07-2009Essex can't ignore realities of real life, says Chairman
Essex Fire Authority Chairman Anthony Hedley says he is “extremely saddened and disappointed” that the FBU has turned its back on talks in favour of a ballot for industrial action....
