Shropshire Star

POLL: Is it irresponsible for fire crews to strike this weekend as people attend bonfires?

Firefighters in Shropshire are due to start a four-day walkout tomorrow night – and bosses are urging people to be "extra vigilant" while the action is going on. What do you think?

Published
  • See also: Shropshire fire chiefs urge public to be vigilant during strike

The Fire Brigade Union (FBU) is involved in a dispute over plans to make firefighters work until they are 60 instead of 55, pay more into their pensions and get less in retirement.

Telford and Shrewsbury will be affected as members of the FBU are called to take strike action from 6pm on Friday evening until Tuesday at 6pm, with a scheduled return to work in time for Bonfire Night.

Shropshire Fire & Rescue Service deputy chief fire officer Rod Hammerton said he wanted to assure the public that firefighters would respond as normal in an emergency.

But he stressed the need for everyone to take extra care during the strike.

This weekend is normally one of the busiest times of the year for the fire service.

Sorry, we are not accepting comments on this article.