Press Releases from Central Scotland Fire and Rescue Service http://www.centralscotlandfire.gov.uk Wed, 09 Jul 2008 03:26:56 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://www.centralscotlandfire.gov.uk/images/M_images/rss20.gif http://www.centralscotlandfire.gov.uk Press Releases from Central Scotland Fire and Rescue Service http://www.centralscotlandfire.gov.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=305&Itemid=185 After an assessment and interview process Central Scotland Fire and Rescue Service Joint Board has approved the appointment of Kenneth Taylor as Director of Service Delivery. Kenny Joined Central Scotland Fire and Rescue Service in May 1983 posted first to Bo`ness and then to Alloa fire stations. Within ten years of joining the service he had been promoted Station Officer within the staff department at the Service Headquarters. After some time as Station Commander covering both Falkirk and Boness fire stations he returned to headquarters where he is presently employed as Head of Operations Kenny is married with a daughter at university and a son at high school, he lives in the Alloa area. Chief Fire Officer Steven Torrie says I am delighted to welcome Kenny to the post of Director of Service Delivery, he has made a considerable contribution to Central Scotland Fire and Rescue Service over his 25 years of service and I look forward to his contribution as our new Director. Fri, 06 Jun 2008 15:57:22 +0100 http://www.centralscotlandfire.gov.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=296&Itemid=185 About 2.10am, Saturday 10th May, 2008 a small fire was reported at Ineos Refinery, Grangemouth, resulting in well practiced response procedures being implemented. Central Scotland Fire and Rescue Service attended at the refinery, although the fire was quickly extinguished by Ineos' own fire personnel and firefighters from the Fire and Rescue Service were not actually deployed. Nobody was injured as a result of this incident and at no time was the community at risk. The fire will have no impact upon fuel supplies whatsoever. Central Scotland Strategic Co-ordinating Group continue to monitor the ongoing start up procedures at the refinery in conjunction with colleagues within the Health and Safety Executive, SEPA and Health Protection (Scotland) and the Scottish Government. Sat, 10 May 2008 16:05:49 +0100 http://www.centralscotlandfire.gov.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=294&Itemid=185 The ongoing restart programme at the INEOS petro-chemical works in Grangemouth is expected to cause additional flaring over the weekend and into early next week. Flaring often takes place on site as part of the restart programme to safely disperse of some of the by-products found in the petro-chemical industry. Fri, 02 May 2008 13:27:45 +0100 http://www.centralscotlandfire.gov.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=293&Itemid=185 Following the end of the current strike at Grangemouth Refinery, Central Scotland Strategic Co-Ordinating Group has said it will continue to work towards its key aims of public safety and business continuity. The group has met several times over the past 10 days to progress a structured and joined-up response to the dispute and the potential impact upon communities. Tue, 29 Apr 2008 17:01:45 +0100 http://www.centralscotlandfire.gov.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=280&Itemid=185 Central Scotland Fire and Rescue Service had been recognised as the ‘Fire Brigade of the Year' at the prestigious ‘The Spirit of Fire' awards held in the Wembley Arena in London. The awards event recognises the ‘bravery and dedication to the fire services' and in particular the personnel within the Service who contribute to fundraising activities' that raise money for the Fire Fighters Charity. The Fire Fighters Charity is the new name for what was called the Fire Service National Benevolent Fund. The charity helps over 11,000 people annually from funds raised almost entirely from the fire service community. Central Scotland Fire and Rescue Service has over the last year increased its fundraising by over 100% by taking on two of the biggest events including a successful Ladies Driving Challenge at Knockhill racing circuit and an abseil from the Falkirk Wheel. Chief Fire Officer Steven Torrie says that the award is a fitting recognition for the staff who have put in a great deal of effort in fundraising and reflects on their commitment and caring nature. Tue, 18 Mar 2008 11:48:29 +0100