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Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service making Shropshire safer over Christmas with social media campaign

Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service are set to launch a 12 Days of Christmas social media campaign raising awareness of risks during the festive period.

Starting on Sunday, December 13, topics such as road safety, business advice and candle safety guidance will be covered in the run more

Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service has scooped another award after a thorough evaluation at the 2020 Dyslexia Awards, held virtually on Friday, 27 November.

The Service won the the ‘Supportive Employer’ title for the second time - previously awarded in 2017 – with judge and Founder Elizabeth Wilkinson saying: “It is most definitely an exceptionally well deserved win, I am so proud of all that you do and of all our finalists.”

“All too often the focus of dyslexia is negative more

To highlight the dangers of winter driving, Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service is hosting a live Facebook casualty rescue known as an ‘extrication’.

  • Almost a third of all collisions in Shropshire (in 2019) ended in death or serious injury
  • Long-term emotional impact of RTCs can devastate families 
  • Facebook audience invited to submit questions live to fire crew

Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service will perform a live casualty rescue on Friday, more

Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) has pledged its support for Electrical Fire Safety Week - Monday, 23 to Sunday, 29 November 2020.

The week will see organisations from across the UK, work together to encourage consumers to purchase and use genuine electrical products correctly and ensure they are working safely and efficiently.

Throughout the week, practical advice will be published on Twitter and Facebook to raise awareness.

Jon Temple, Head of Protection and more

New Assistant Chief Fire Officers appointed to Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service

Shropshire and Wrekin Fire and Rescue Authority, the body responsible for overseeing the work of the fire and rescue service, has announced the appointment of two, senior posts.

From January, the Assistant Chief Fire Officer (ACFO) posts will report directly to the Chief Fire Officer, filling one existing vacancy and replacing another - the current Deputy Chief Fire Officer (DCFO) – occupied more

Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service is urging people to ‘think twice’ about hosting Diwali or ‘Festival of Light’ firework displays ahead of this weekend’s celebrations.  

Jon Temple, Head of Protection and Prevention - the teams that support businesses and residents, said: “Diwali is an important festival and usually a major celebration for communities across Shropshire.  

“COVID-19 restrictions mean that families can’t celebrate together, and we’re concerned that private more

This Remembrance Sunday, (Sunday 8 November) representatives from Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service, took part in the Civilian Services Contingent (CSC) parade during the national memorial service at The Cenotaph in London. 

Normally 180 volunteers make up the CSC, but due to COVID-19 restrictions this was reduced to 25 and volunteers were selected in recognition of contributions they have made towards dealing with the pandemic in their respective areas.  

This year Chief more

There are some simple safety tips you can follow to make sure your Halloween weekend is an enjoyable one.

Fire safety tips

  • Plastic capes and bin liners are often used as costumes - keep them away from candles or other naked flames
  • Use battery operated lights within homemade lanterns and pumpkins. Battery operated lights are much safer than candles.
  • Take extra care with candles - they are extremely hazardous. If the candle tips over it could set light to more

Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service is seeking applicants for vacancies expected to arise over the next 12 months from Monday, November 9 at 10am.

Ahead of applications opening, a social media campaign - starting on Monday, 2 November - will provide applicants with guidance on the recruitment process. Information will be made available about the different stages involved, what to expect, the types of tests candidates will need to pass and information around fitness and practical more

Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service is urging people to ‘think twice’ about hosting DIY bonfire and Diwali displays in the coming weeks and adhering to new lockdown restrictions, confirmed by the government today.

Jon Temple, Head of Protection and Prevention - the teams that support businesses and residents, said: “With the country now in national lockdown on Guy Fawkes night, we are discouraging private, unregulated bonfires and home firework events more than ever this year. more

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