It has come to our attention that a number of members have received tax demands following their retirement and re-employment. Resuming or continuing employment in the fire and rescue service after drawing FPS benefits can have very serious tax consequences. If you have done so, or are thinking of doing so, please read this circular carefully.
This week there have been a number of significant developments in our ongoing pension dispute. The dispute is being progressed on three equally important fronts Political, Industrial and Legal. FBU members have been working very hard to maintain the pressure in all these areas.
Previously some members have been informed of action short of strike which they had been called upon to undertake. This action short of strike shall continue until 09:00 hrs on 9 December 2014.
The Fleur Lombard Bursary was set up in memory of a couragous Bristol firefighter who lost her life protecting her community. The bursary gives Firefighters a once in a lifetime opportunity to broaden your horizons & understanding of Fire Service issues