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Understanding the Valencia fire disaster

On Thursday 22nd February 2024 in Valencia, Spain, a catastrophic fire engulfed a 14-floor apartment complex, leading to a tragic ...
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Firefighters receive £20m settlement over Grenfell Tower tragedy

Settlement reached for firefighters affected by Grenfell Tower fire The union representing firefighters in the UK has confirmed a High ...
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Grenfell-linked firm Rydon found with fire safety issues in over half its residential blocks

Analysis of Rydon’s residential blocks reveals serious safety concerns The Guardian has reported that Rydon, the company responsible for installing ...
Steve Hamm

IFSJ Influencer Insight: Steve Hamm, CEO of the Institution of Fire Engineers

‘The fire service must maintain its commitment to excellence, constantly seeking ways to improve.’ As we step into 2024, the ...
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Safeguarding social housing

Andrew Frankum, Director of Health & Safety and Compliance at Concept Housing, discusses the vital importance of competence in fire ...
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AXA UK introduces body cameras to monitor building remediation works

AXA UK has started providing body cameras to contractors involved in removing hazardous cladding and insulation from various buildings. This ...
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UK housing faces urgent structural safety concerns, warns government advisory group

Alarming findings from structural safety group A recent leaked report by the Structural Stability Working Group (SSWG), appointed by the ...
Steve McGuirk, Executive Director of the Fire Sector Federation

Fire Sector Federation newsletter reveals industry progress and upcoming challenges

The latest Fire Sector Federation (FSF) Newsletter has reported a record attendance at the annual FIRE Conference, with 527 delegates ...
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Surrey home withstands fire test with class 1 Magply boards

A fire in Surrey could have been disastrous for a million-pound house had it not been for the installation of ...
Greenwich Residential (Hyfire)

London apartments near Canary Wharf undergo major fire system upgrade with Hyfire wireless devices

Hyfire’s Taurus range ensures optimal wireless fire protection A prominent residential development located near Canary Wharf and the renowned Cutty ...
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