Dave Pike

FBU general secretary @UnionSteveW is in Dorset & Wiltshire – visiting stations, speaking with members, and backing the campaign against proposals to close 8 fire stations. This isn’t just a local fight – it’s a national one to defend our fire and rescue service.

@SMAdyTaylor @manchesterfire @SwallowDave Brilliant @SMAdyTaylor 👏🏻

A great addition to our wildfire capability has been put on the run at Bolton North, we now have a #Haaglund on one vehicle and #polaris on the other , this is replicated at Stalybridge. ⁦@manchesterfire⁩ ⁦@SwallowDave⁩ #wildfire

Did you see that Greater Manchester's fire service has officially been rated 'outstanding' following its most-recent inspection? 🚒🔥 Read more about this brilliant news here👇themanc.com/news/greater-m…

Firefighters are being exposed to toxic “forever chemicals” at work. PFAS is found in foam, fires and even our kit. They build up in the body and are linked to cancer. This has gone on for too long.

We have always said we will not know the whole truth about Hillsborough until we know the truth about Orgreave. Same police force. Same tactics. Five years earlier. We are grateful to the Government for delivering on its manifesto promise. 🙏🏻 theguardian.com/politics/2026/…

This long-overdue inquiry into Orgreave is a vital step towards justice. Miners who faced shocking violence deserve to have their voices heard & the full role of the state laid bare. Pardons & compensation must follow. The @fbunational stands proud in our solidarity - then and now. theguardian.com/politics/2026/…

🚨 NEW: Keir Starmer has committed to an urgent meeting with Dorset and Wiltshire MPs to discuss the possibility of stopping dangerous cuts. The FBU has been campaigning against plans to close eight fire stations and axe 96 firefighter posts across Dorset and Wiltshire.

FBU general secretary @UnionSteveW responds to the Prime Minister's commitment during #PMQs to meet with Dorset and Wiltshire MPs over the dangerous plans to cut firefighter numbers and stations.

The mask slips. Reform UK can talk all it likes about being the “voice of workers”, but putting public sector unions “under review” tells you exactly who they are. That means attacking the organisations that defend pay, safety and conditions. And they’re open about going after public sector pensions too. Firefighters and other public servants won’t be fooled. @fbunational will expose Reform for what they are, and defend our members’ rights, jobs and pensions.

🚨 Out now 🚨 February's Red Notice bulletin. This month’s edition captures the scale of the battle ahead, as our Cuts Kill campaign is gathering real momentum. Firefighters are stepping up the fight-back across the UK.

Are you one of our retired staff members, or perhaps you are approaching retirement? If so, you might be interested in the @firefighters999 Living Well groups to keep in touch with former colleagues and friends. The next event is taking place on Wednesday, 11 February, 10.30am-12.30pm at Stretford Community Fire Station. Find out more on our website: orlo.uk/sqCql

🚨 The fire service is in crisis after years of underfunding. Further cuts threaten services in Oxfordshire, Scotland, Dorset and Wiltshire, and Buckinghamshire. FBU members have had enough with sham consultations while firefighter jobs are axed and safety is compromised.

On this day, #WeRemember three firefighters. In 2005, Jeff Wornham and Michael Miller tragically lost their lives at the Harrow Court fire trying to save Nathalie Close. In 1992, Malcom Kirton died in the line of duty attending a fire at a carpet store in Lincolnshire.

Yesterday, we said our final goodbyes to our colleague and friend Watch Manager Andrew (Andy) Leyland. Colleagues from across our Service joined Andy’s family and friends for a funeral service to commemorate and remember his life. Andy was a Watch Manager at Atherton Community Fire Station and joined our Service in 1998 following his service with Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service from 1993.

Are you one of our retired staff members, or perhaps you are approaching retirement? If so, you might be interested in the @firefighters999 Living Well groups to keep in touch with former colleagues and friends. The next event is taking place on Wednesday, 14 January, 10.30am-12.30pm at Manchester Central Community Fire Station. Find out more on our website: orlo.uk/y1Wt1

This is the reality after years of underfunding: low morale, appliances unavailable, and public safety at risk. Scotland’s fire & rescue service needs significant investment in the January budget - not more single year fixes.

Rest In Peace Andy 🙏🏻

Christmas leftovers can change a young person’s year. Please donate your pre-loved essentials under our new #JHTKitforKids Campaign. Learn more - jamiehorrockstrust.co.uk/youth

Congratulations to Bro. Martin Foran and Bro. Tom Weate who this weekend recieved their 25 year @fbunational membership pin and certificates from Officers Section Secretary Bro. Chris Evans 🚒🎖️👨🏻‍🚒 Thank you for solidarity and Unity comrades ✊🏻

🚨🔇 SILENCED 🔇🚨 Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service has taken control of all fire station social media accounts Blocking crews from posting or commenting during the public consultation. We believe the public deserves transparency and open dialogue.