Battery fires in UK bin lorries and waste sites have surged by 71% with over 1,200 incidents last year! Incorrect disposal of lithium-ion batteries poses a huge risk. Read more here: nfcc.org.uk/over-1200-batt…

NFCC Chair Mark Hardingham reacts to the 2023 HMICFRS report on England's FRSs. He commends the dedication to safety and progress post-Grenfell and emphasises the number one priority is improving organisational culture across FRSs. Read more here: ow.ly/SSRS50RAi7r

Have your say! As part of our ongoing commitment to support services in embedding the values of inclusion and equality, NFCC is working to develop a Culture Dashboard Methodology, which is currently in consultation. Read more and participate here: ow.ly/2Pyr50RyE6z

With today marking Firefighters Memorial Day we pay tribute to all firefighters who have paid the ultimate sacrifice whilst trying to keep others safe. Today we are thinking of them, their families, and the colleagues they sadly left behind.

On International Firefighters' Day, we honour firefighters worldwide who have lost their lives in service of their communities. Last week, UK firefighters delivered kit & supplies for their fire family in Ukraine. FIRE AID and International Development Coordinator, Oksana, thanks UK FRS for their support.

The draft #Digital and #CyberSecurity Fire Standard is open for consultation, developed by FRS ICT subject matter experts and managers, Home Office specialists and representatives from the National Fire Chiefs Council Digital, Technology and Cyber Board.
Visit: firestandards.org/standards/cons…

Mission accomplished ✅

Our 3 firefighters have returned to the UK after travelling a total of 1951KM to help deliver essential vehicles and equipment to Ukraine!

An incredible achievement 👏

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We have published a progress update against the Culture Action Plan which was launched last July. While some good progress has been made, our message today is that there is still more to do to make FRSs safe and inclusive places for all to work. ow.ly/nJX850RsuoX

#FireAid4Ukraine - 32 fire and rescue vehicles and 2,800 pieces of equipment to support firefighters in Ukraine.

Well done to all involved 👏

A special mention to:

- The dedicated drivers who drove the 32 vehicles 1,923km to reach the Ukrainian border.

- Generous contributions from Fire and Rescue services, providing vital equipment and vehicles.

- National Fire Chiefs Council and FIA for leading the project.

32 vehicles and 2,800 pieces of essential equipment have now reached the Ukraine Fire Service, thanks to the unwavering support from the incredible convoy team.

NFCC had launched three new toolkits! Read more here: ow.ly/7kVJ50RoMNr
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Our contingent of firefighters, officers and ISAR members have safely returned home today after delivering vital fire and rescue equipment in a convoy to the Poland-Ukraine border 🚒

FIRE AID and International Development National Fire Chiefs Council

A huge thank you to NFCC National Resilience, @FIRE_ AID_UK, the FIA, and the Home Office for their role in bringing together the latest convoy to Ukraine. This kit and equipment will be crucial to Ukrainian fire services who have been decimated since war began. Image: FIREAID

Over 2,800 pieces of vital equipment have been delivered to Ukrainian firefighters in the largest convoy of UK fire and rescue services of its kind. Their efforts have been heroic and we thank everyone involved for their contribution. Image credit: FIRE AID and International Development

Leading the coordination of the largest UK fire & rescue service convoy to deliver essential firefighting equipment to Ukrainian fire and rescue services.
Helping people is what we do in the fire & rescue service family. Read more here: tinyurl.com/4zyp76ze

Stay together and away from water when drinking. 26% of people who accidentally drowned in 2022 had alcohol and/or drugs in their system. Don’t let man down become man drowned. #BeWaterAware

Today we are at the Prom in Maldon talking to people about #WaterSafety 🛟 This week is National Fire Chiefs Council Be Water Aware week, so please make sure you are safe when near the water. #BeWaterAware

It’s National Fire Chiefs Council #BeWaterAware week, a great opportunity to talk about how to stay safe near water with some of the young people we’ve met 🛟💦

As part of the National Fire Chiefs Council #BeWaterAware Week, our team has been out and about in the community, engaging with businesses and members of the public to promote water safety.

Areas covered have included Bowness, Coniston, Ambleside and Newby Bridge.