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Scotland’s longest serving firefighter retires after more than half a century

Watch Commander Dave Farries QFSM, 70, first joined South Eastern Fire Brigade in Edinburgh as a junior fireman on 19 August 1968.

SFRS and the public join together to remember James Braidwood

Over 50 people attended the service in Fortrose

Update on fire in derelict hotel in South Ayrshire

Firefighters remain at the scene of a major fire which broke out at the Station Hotel in Ayr on Monday evening.

Interviews

Overview of the interview for the role of firefighter control

SFRS appoints new Chief Officer

Deputy Chief Officer, Stuart Stevens, to be appointed as the new Chief Officer later this year.

Firefighters unite to create a legacy for fallen colleague

A crew of firefighters who completed an emotional journey in honour of their fallen colleague have raised more than £20,000 for charity

One of Scotland's longest-serving firefighters steps down after more than four decades of protecting communities

Three people who died in fire at New County Hotel, Perth named

A joint investigation between the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service and Police Scotland into the cause of a fire at New County Hotel, Perth is ongoing.

Three Firefighters receive an Elizabeth Emblem

Three firefighters will receive an Elizabeth Emblem in recognition of their sacrifice in the line of duty.

SFRS Chief Officer announces his intention to retire

Chief Officer Ross Haggart has signalled his intention to retire later this year after 30 years' service