The FBU Podcast

Red Notice #3: Cuts, Health and Safety, Women's TUC

FBU national officer Tam McFarlane speaks with national officer Adam Taylor, EC member for Oxfordshire Chris Wycherley, and National Women’s Committee Secretary Robyn Richardson.  Bringing you updates on the Health and Safety Summit, the Oxfordshire ballot against cuts, and the TUC Women’s Conference.

Cuts Kill

The fire service is an all-hazards emergency service. When someone calls 999, they deserve a rapid, fully staffed, fully equipped response. Nothing less. Oxfordshire FBU members, vote YES and return your consultative ballot on industrial action before 30 March. Available on all podcast platforms.

Anne's story: A firefighter's widow fighting for justice

In this special episode of the FBU podcast, national officer Adam Taylor speaks with Anne Davies, the widow of firefighter Jeff Simpson.  In 2018, Jeff was diagnosed with lung cancer and died. Anne is now fighting for a legal precedent that could see firefighters accessing regular health monitoring and compensation for occupational diseases.

Red Notice #2: Austerity 2.0

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.

Red Notice #1: Stop the cuts

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.