Posted By bigwhistle
A friend of mine who is both the Union Safety Rep and Safety Enforcement Officer for the Local Fire Brigade told me he isnt allowed time off for Union Health and Safety training as there isnt enough manpower!

Posted By Stupendous Man
I agree with Frank. The FBU are a very strong union and I doubt they would be silent over something like this.

Perhaps this is a short-term issue through staff sickness levels. If the FBU (or RFU in the case of retained staff) aren't making any noises then they may be in agreement with the management that provision of an emergency service must come first in times of staff shortages.

Posted By Frank Hallett
Hi bigwhistle

I have no problem with attacking competence; whether it's based on public or personal information; however, I have to tell you that, whilst I have not been a member of the FS for several years, I find your last addition to this post verging on the offensive.

Also, I believe that the FBU legal staff would probably be able to work up a very awkward [for you] case of libel with very little difficulty.

If not for my sensibilities, then for your own, may I suggest that you provide either a retraction or proof to substantiate your innuendo?

Frank Hallett