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Scotland, United Kingdom
Joined March 2013
Spaces at all three of our recruitment events this weekend have now sold out. But don't worry if you can't attend - you can apply to become a Control Firefighter at all three of our sites until Wednesday. https://t.co/C1eSDdNaOB
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Chelsea Taylor had to step back from the job she loved after breaking her back during a dream trip to Costa Rica. But a new challenge within our Operations Control room has given her a fresh lease of life ⬇️ https://t.co/WitPf9IFkZ
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Have you considered a career where you can help to save lives and play your part within one of the world's largest fire and rescue services? Come along to our Operations Control recruitment events at our sites in Dundee and Edinburgh to learn more ⬇️ https://t.co/0UMQ1yjIQ9
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🔊 Applications for our Firefighter Control roles are now open!! ⏲️You have till 10 December to get your application in for the chance to join our amazing team. ‼️Everything you need to know about the role and application process is in the link below. https://t.co/zAmbPMxqA1
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Big day for our newest firefighters. 🎓 Thirty-five trainee firefighters have completed 14 weeks of hard work and officially graduated today, Friday, 21 November. Proud moments for all the squads, big smiles, and a well-earned Best Trainee Award for Stuart McNicol.
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Our Control Firefighters provide life-saving guidance to people in critical situations. Their knowledge and expertise allows us to respond safely and effectively to emergencies in communities across Scotland. Do you have what it takes to join them ⬇️ https://t.co/ATVGOHI6pi
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🏳️⚧️ Today, we remember and honour trans and gender diverse people whose lives have been tragically lost due to anti-trans violence. On Trans Day of Remembrance, we stand with those who continue to be blighted by hate, prejudice and discrimination. #TDoR2025 #WeAreSFRS
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Our Operations Control staff support people in their time of need and help us respond quickly and safely to emergencies. Vacancies in Dundee, Johnstone and Edinburgh open on Tuesday, 25 November. Do you have what it takes? ⬇️ https://t.co/dN40xYfFy9
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The @metoffice has issued a ⚠️ yellow weather warning for ❄️ snow and ice across many areas of Scotland. Please see @metoffice for more information and follow guidance below from @transcotland 👇
❄️ Snow and ice are forecast this week 🟡 Yellow @metoffice warnings issued Drivers should be #ReadyForWinter: 🔹 Prepare vehicles for conditions 🔹 Follow travel advice 🔹 Check @trafficscotland for trunk road updates Chief Supt Scott McCarren @PoliceScotland explains more 📺
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🔥 New statistics show that more than 55% of all fires in Scotland were set deliberately in 2024-25. Deliberate fires place a needless drain on emergency service resources. 🔗 Visit our website for more information on our Incident Statistics 2024-25: https://t.co/Zi87eqPWga
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🚒 New statistics show that in 2024-25, there was a 28.7% reduction in firefighters responding to unwanted fire alarm signals from the previous year, following a change in policy. 🔗 Visit our website for more information on our Incident Statistics: https://t.co/264sworlt3
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The timeline for final decisions on proposed changes to over 30 fire stations across Scotland has been extended until after the new year. As part of our Service Delivery Review, 23 options were presented for public consultation during the summer. https://t.co/6SgQCZf5hR
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Today is Remembrance Sunday. We stand together with the nation in silence, to honour and pay tribute to those who gave their lives for our freedom. Lest we forget.
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Marking the weekend with a bang? There are still some organised public displays taking place across the country this weekend - and we'd always encourage you to attend these. But if using fireworks at home, make sure to follow the advice below. https://t.co/8G7CYmNqc1
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Bonfire Night may have come and gone, but if you're still thinking about using fireworks this weekend then we've got the guidance to keep you safe Follow the Fireworks Code and make sure your celebration doesn't end in disaster ⬇️ https://t.co/QonCA75jr2
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Thank you all for your support.
#OpMoonbeam 2025 has concluded & we've seen an almost 37% reduction in calls needing a local or specialist police response. Serious disorder has also reduced across the country & to date, there are no reported injuries to emergency services. Read more: https://t.co/myqAuS82Rq
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Our firefighters are there for you in your time of need. Please help us keep them safe during our busiest night of the year. More key safety tips below ⬇️ https://t.co/JkfdpEdQ7n
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Help us keep you and your loved ones safe.
We want everyone to enjoy Bonfire Night. Community Safety Minister Siobhian Brown, @fire_scot & @policescotland encourage everyone celebrating to be considerate and stay safe. Find #FireworkSafety advice here: https://t.co/dOcnQqIn0X
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Area Commander Jacqui MacDonald oversees the work of our three Operations Control rooms across Scotland. Here's how you can support our Operations Control staff on our busiest night of the year ⬇️
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