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As a trade association, the Fire Industry Association excels in promoting the professional status of the UK fire safety industry.

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Are you ready for the challenges of 2026 and beyond?

Today we publish this year's edition of the Fire Future Today anthology of ideas, feat. 10 fire sector pillars identifying the smartest solutions for a better future.

Be ready for tomorrow today.

https://t.co/H8MPZw3YWl.

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Firefighters responded to a fire at a Waitrose in Hove, East Sussex during the early hours of Tuesday morning.

Click https://t.co/vjwKlS0PQN to find out the suspected cause of the fire, what happened and hear the thoughts from Waitrose.

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Join us at FIM Expo North East 2026!

📍 The Catalyst, Newcastle
📅 28 October 2026
⏰ 09:30 – 15:30

✔ Free to attend
✔ Buffet lunch included
✔ Meet industry leaders

Reserve your free place today. https://t.co/rcPbF5FESw

#FireSafety #FIMExpo #FireIndustry #Networking

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World Cup fever is all around us, and it is important that premises showing games World Cup matches are aware of the dangers.

West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service are now encouraging premises to review their fire safety processes.

Learn more https://t.co/xxcjE5Ejbi

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During Carers Week, London Fire Brigade highlighted the importance of fire safety for people living with dementia and the carers who support them.

Read more: https://t.co/Rjkpv7Biga

#CarersWeek #FireSafety #DementiaAwareness #HomeSafety

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Scotland's new regulations requiring sprinklers in historic hotel conversions have reignited debate over whether similar protections should apply across the wider hospitality sector.

Read more: https://t.co/veFh23tln7

#FireSafety #Hospitality #Sprinklers #BuildingSafety

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Hong Kong authorities have filed the first charges over the deadly Wang Fuk Court fire that killed 168 people last November.

Read the article here: https://t.co/Dt08pcfIzc

#Firesafety #BuildingSafety #Compliance

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Following the introduction of the disposable vape ban, significant numbers continue to be incorrectly disposed of.

Incorrectly discarded vapes pose a fire risk and findings underline the importance of raising awareness of these dangers.

Find out more https://t.co/VMvI3pkKzl

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London Fire Brigade issue guidance reminding people to take care when cooking following a fire at a block of flats on Streatham High Road.

Click here to https://t.co/ZQv9iL4WQx find out about the fire and how you can avoid fires starting when cooking.

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Gateshead Council have successfully issued financial penalties to a local landlord of more than £42,000.

Following an investigation which identified several issues such as an inadequate fire alarm system, defective fire doors and others

Find out more https://t.co/g7h2c1FqFP

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The Construction Leadership Council (CLC) publishes two new guidance notes covering the Fire and Emergency File and the Building Regulations Compliance Statement for Building Control approval applications relating to high rise buildings.

Find out more https://t.co/fr2iegzeTu

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New update on Gateway 2 approvals released by BSR

Over the few months, strong progress has been made with approval rates rising to 75%. This progress has been supported by new processes and improvements to current processes.

Click https://t.co/TPHdpFR7bS to find out more

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New certification launched to help timber door set and door assembly manufacturers transition to new regulation.

The new Q-Mark Fire Door processing scheme is replaces the BS 476 scheme and will affect how they are evidenced and classified.

Learn more https://t.co/501JLk55Ge

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A Norfolk family has lost their home after an e-scooter battery caught fire while charging.

Read more: https://t.co/6cfQfJ5vcm

#Firesafety #FIAfire #Escooter #Batteryfire

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London Firefighters rescue more than 2,400 people a year, an average of 7 people a day.

From high rise building fires to traffic collisions to incidents on the Thames, firefighters have responded to a wide range of emergencies.

Click https://t.co/mhWQC9tjdF to find out more

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Thank you to everyone who has booked their place at the FIA Annual Lunch 2026. Early Bird Tables have now sold out, but there's still time to secure your place.

Book your table or tickets today https://t.co/8J2VEm1Mfh

#FIAAnnualLunch #FireIndustry

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London Fire Brigade and Uber Eats have joined forces to improve battery safety awareness and reduce risk among delivery couriers. Building on LFB's previous ChargeSafe campaign, riders will have access to expert guidance and resources.

Learn more https://t.co/UmlxGqdz7w

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Tickets are now on sale for the FIA Annual Lunch 2026

Places are always in high demand, so secure your spot today and take advantage of the discounted early bird pricing before it's gone.

👉 Book now: https://t.co/8J2VEm1Mfh

#FIAAnnualLunch #FireIndustry #FireSafety

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Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service issue warning about the dangers of charging e-bikes and e-scooters overnight after a person was left injured in a house fire.

Click https://t.co/c3Q5fUCodx to find out how to avoid e-bike fires and what you can do to prevent spread of fire.

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The Government has reaffirmed its commitment to address the issues identified by the Grenfell Tower Inquiry and strengthening confidence in the building safety system through a series of new measures.

Click https://t.co/UYDaBYdGIU to find out what they're proposing.

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Boat Fire Safety Week

Whether you’re cruising inland waterways or heading offshore, simple checks can save lives.

Prevention starts before you leave the dock. Check out further information here: https://t.co/y2ch1q8TLo

#FireSafety #BoatSafety #BoatingSafety