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New recruit helps rescue family from ferocious e-bike fire
A firefighter had a dramatic start to his career after rescuing a family from a fire on his fourth day with LFB.
11/11/2025 1:00 PMLondon-wideOur campaigns -
New Independent Chair for Professional Standards
Niran Mothada has been appointed as the Independent Chair of Professional Standards
11/11/2025 12:00 PMLondon-wideOur people -
London Fire Brigade leads the way with new electric fleet
London Fire Brigade has taken another step in its commitment to reducing its carbon footprint with the rollout of its first fully electric large goods vehicles and driver training cars
10/11/2025 11:00 AMLondon-wideVehicles and technology -
Brigade hosts accessible Bonfire Night event for young people with additional needs
Ahead of Bonfire Night and during a busy Halloween weekend, London Fire Brigade hosted an accessible event at Croydon Fire Station for young people with additional needs as part of its message for Londoners to attend organised fireworks displays instead of setting them off at home.
05/11/2025 12:00 PMLondon-wideSafety warnings -
London Fire Brigade submits plans for its headquarters in Lambeth
London Fire Brigade has submitted a planning application for the refurbishment of its site at 8 Albert Embankment. The application also includes plans to modernise Lambeth Fire Station, which forms part of the building.
29/10/2025 9:00 AMLondon-wideFire stations -
Halloween costumes around candles put children at risk
Ahead of Halloween, London Fire Brigade is raising awareness around the flammability of fancy dress costumes. The Brigade’s scientific advisors and Fire Investigators recently carried out a controlled burn demonstration to show how rapidly costumes can catch fire and burn.
29/10/2025 12:01 AMLondon-wideSafety warnings -
Firefighters issue urgent safety warning after three homes gutted in one week due to e-bike fires
Firefighters are renewing their efforts to warn Londoners about the dangers of e-bikes, e-scooters and lithium batteries following three severe fires in three separate parts of London in one week.
24/10/2025 12:00 PMLondon-wideSafety warnings -
London Fire Brigade Celebrates Black History Month by Honouring Inspirational Staff
London Fire Brigade staff have been recognised during Black History Month for their contribution to inclusion at the Brigade
23/10/2025 11:00 AMLondon-wideOur people -
London Fire Brigade urges public to stop using certain heat pump tumble dryers amid fire risk
London Fire Brigade’s Fire Investigation Team is alerting the public to a safety modification programme currently taking place involving eight brands of heat pump tumble driers.
22/10/2025 12:00 PMLondon-wideSafety warnings -
Firefighters call on Londoners to follow simple steps to avoid flood devastation
London Fire Brigade is urging residents across the capital to take proactive steps to protect themselves and their properties from flooding during Flood Action Week (14 – 20 October).
17/10/2025 12:00 PMLondon-wideSafety warnings