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Fewer people getting stuck but 'Fifty Shades' incidents increase, warns the Brigade
As the second Fifty Shades of Grey film hits cinemas we are once again warning about people being stuck or trapped in objects as penis ring removals soar.
14/02/2017 12:21 PMLondon-wideSafety warnings -
Firefighter recruitment questions answered
There have been quite a few questions on similar topics from potential firefighter applicants who are concerned about our recruitment process.
10/02/2017 4:50 PMLondon-wideCommunity -
Off duty firefighter uses scarf to save woman on bridge
A mystery man in a 'business suit and tie' hailed as the 'real hero' of a dramatic rescue attempt by a cabbie who went to the aid of a woman in difficulty on Lambeth Bridge has been revealed as an off duty firefighter.
09/02/2017 12:38 PMLondon-wideOur people -
'Brigade needs more women', warns London’s fire chief
London's first woman Commissioner, Dany Cotton, is calling for the capital's women to apply to be firefighters, as the Brigade launches its recruitment drive.
06/02/2017 10:22 AMLondon-wideOur people -
Brigade introduces brand new fire engines on London’s streets
This week the Brigade is rolling out a brand new model of fire engine for the first time in a decade. The new engine includes a high pressure hose which can deliver twice as much water than the previous model and a more ergonomic crew cab.
23/01/2017 11:42 AMLondon-wideCommunity -
Brigade slams vlogger for ‘irresponsible’ toy burning video
We're warning people that playing with fire is not a game after a YouTube vlogger was filmed setting fire to a popular children's toy.
20/01/2017 12:38 PMLondon-wideSafety warnings -
Remembering the Silvertown explosion 100 years on
Remembering the Silvertown explosion 100 years on
19/01/2017 12:00 AMNewhamHistorical -
Brigade’s firefighters named in New Year Honours List
Firefighter Simon Jakeman and retired firefighter Peter Clarke have both been awarded a British Empire Medal (BEM) in the New Year's Honours list published today (31 December).
31/12/2016 12:22 PMLondon-wideOur people -
Interim Fire Commissioner Dany Cotton takes charge
London's new interim Fire Commissioner Dany Cotton took up her post from 1 January, becoming the first woman appointed to the role in our 151 year history.
22/12/2016 2:02 PMLondon-wideOur people -
London Fire Commissioner Ron Dobson leaves after 37 year career
London Fire Commissioner Ron Dobson leaves after 37 year career
21/12/2016 11:00 AMLondon-wideOur people