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26/08/2009
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Animals Fire Threat
Firefighters have been tackling wild fires that threatened to engulf woodland surrounding an animal park. Over the past five days fire crews have been called out to several blazes in West Blean Woods near Canterbury. The Wildwood Trust said the hot dry winds had fanned the flames towards the nearby animal park. Kent Wildlife Trust, which worked with Kent Fire and Rescue Service during the fires, has set up a 24-hour guard to protect the centre.
'Anchors Aweigh' For Scottish Marina
A 'blot on the landscape' created by the oil boom of the 1970s is to be turned into a £45m pound world-class tourist destination in the west of Scotland. The first phase of the new 230-berth, deep-water, state-of-the-art Portavadie Marina complex and resort will be officially opened today by Jim Mather, Minister for Enterprise, Energy and Tourism. Built on the site of a former 1970s oil-rig construction yard which never opened Portavadie Marina aims to provide some of the highest quality facilities in the UK for sailors, walkers, mountain bikers, golfers and other outdoor leisure enthusiasts. The opening of the marina comes at a time when Scotland is experiencing a boom in sailing as marine leisure activities are now second only to golf in attracting revenue from tourism.
UKIP Forms In North
THE UK Independence Party is forming a branch in Carlisle and hopes to field a candidate at the General Election. The party wants the UK to leave the European Union. The party did well at the European Parliament elections in June, getting 13 MEPs elected and now, retired businessman Michael Owen, of Scotby, is behind the plans to establish a branch in Carlisle. He stood as a UKIP candidate in Wetheral at the county council elections and came third with 394 votes.
Addicts Being Failed
Problems with waiting times for treating heroin users in Wales have been highlighted by an official report. The review by Healthcare Inspectorate Wales was commissioned by the Welsh Social Justice Minister Dr Brian Gibbons and it makes 34 recommendations. Waiting times are called a "significant barrier" to getting treatment in some parts of Wales, while there is also a lack of mental health support to users.
Plymouth's New Life Centre Approved
Plans for a multi-million pound regional sports and leisure centre in Plymouth's Central Park have been approved by the City Council's Planning Committee. At £46.5 million, the Life Centre scheme will see the city's biggest ever investment in leisure facilities and underline Plymouth's credentials as a premier venue for local, national and even international sporting events.
Stirling Rail Station Gets Smarter
New hi-tech equipment offering interactive travel services and real-time advice has just gone live at Stirling Station. The Smart Point terminal at Stirling has been funded by Transport Scotland and is the first to be installed in Scotland.
This is the latest element of a £650,000 investment package at Stirling Station funded by ScotRail and Transport Scotland.
(BMcC/GK)
Firefighters have been tackling wild fires that threatened to engulf woodland surrounding an animal park. Over the past five days fire crews have been called out to several blazes in West Blean Woods near Canterbury. The Wildwood Trust said the hot dry winds had fanned the flames towards the nearby animal park. Kent Wildlife Trust, which worked with Kent Fire and Rescue Service during the fires, has set up a 24-hour guard to protect the centre.
'Anchors Aweigh' For Scottish Marina
A 'blot on the landscape' created by the oil boom of the 1970s is to be turned into a £45m pound world-class tourist destination in the west of Scotland. The first phase of the new 230-berth, deep-water, state-of-the-art Portavadie Marina complex and resort will be officially opened today by Jim Mather, Minister for Enterprise, Energy and Tourism. Built on the site of a former 1970s oil-rig construction yard which never opened Portavadie Marina aims to provide some of the highest quality facilities in the UK for sailors, walkers, mountain bikers, golfers and other outdoor leisure enthusiasts. The opening of the marina comes at a time when Scotland is experiencing a boom in sailing as marine leisure activities are now second only to golf in attracting revenue from tourism.
UKIP Forms In North
THE UK Independence Party is forming a branch in Carlisle and hopes to field a candidate at the General Election. The party wants the UK to leave the European Union. The party did well at the European Parliament elections in June, getting 13 MEPs elected and now, retired businessman Michael Owen, of Scotby, is behind the plans to establish a branch in Carlisle. He stood as a UKIP candidate in Wetheral at the county council elections and came third with 394 votes.
Addicts Being Failed
Problems with waiting times for treating heroin users in Wales have been highlighted by an official report. The review by Healthcare Inspectorate Wales was commissioned by the Welsh Social Justice Minister Dr Brian Gibbons and it makes 34 recommendations. Waiting times are called a "significant barrier" to getting treatment in some parts of Wales, while there is also a lack of mental health support to users.
Plymouth's New Life Centre Approved
Plans for a multi-million pound regional sports and leisure centre in Plymouth's Central Park have been approved by the City Council's Planning Committee. At £46.5 million, the Life Centre scheme will see the city's biggest ever investment in leisure facilities and underline Plymouth's credentials as a premier venue for local, national and even international sporting events.
Stirling Rail Station Gets Smarter
New hi-tech equipment offering interactive travel services and real-time advice has just gone live at Stirling Station. The Smart Point terminal at Stirling has been funded by Transport Scotland and is the first to be installed in Scotland.
This is the latest element of a £650,000 investment package at Stirling Station funded by ScotRail and Transport Scotland.
(BMcC/GK)
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08 May 2009
Heroic Tyne Firemen Honoured
Two Tyne and Wear firefighters are to be recognised for their bravery at a special ceremony today. Andrew Nelson and Allan Richardson will be presented with the Chief Fire Officer's Commendations for brave and meritorious conduct after saving a man's life. The men took part in a dramatic rescue in the early hours of 4 February.
Heroic Tyne Firemen Honoured
Two Tyne and Wear firefighters are to be recognised for their bravery at a special ceremony today. Andrew Nelson and Allan Richardson will be presented with the Chief Fire Officer's Commendations for brave and meritorious conduct after saving a man's life. The men took part in a dramatic rescue in the early hours of 4 February.
31 August 2006
Firefighters launch four-day strike
More than 1,000 firefighters across Merseyside have begun a four-day strike in protest over planned job cuts. Another four-day stoppage is scheduled to begin two hours after the first one ends.
Firefighters launch four-day strike
More than 1,000 firefighters across Merseyside have begun a four-day strike in protest over planned job cuts. Another four-day stoppage is scheduled to begin two hours after the first one ends.
22 August 2008
Firefighters Compete In British Rescue Challenge
More than 500 officers are to participate in the finals of the UK Rescue and Extrication Competition. The United Kingdom Rescue Organisation (UKRO) British Rescue Challenge, hosted by the Central Scotland Fire and Rescue Service, will take place at the University of Stirling.
Firefighters Compete In British Rescue Challenge
More than 500 officers are to participate in the finals of the UK Rescue and Extrication Competition. The United Kingdom Rescue Organisation (UKRO) British Rescue Challenge, hosted by the Central Scotland Fire and Rescue Service, will take place at the University of Stirling.
03 March 2010
Suspicious Glasgow Car Fires
Detectives in Glasgow's East End are investigating a spate of vehicle fire attacks in the city yesterday. Shortly after 3.30am police were called to a report of a vehicle fire in Ashvale Crescent, Glasgow. Upon arrival police were advised by Strathclyde Fire Service that four vehicles had been damaged by fire.
Suspicious Glasgow Car Fires
Detectives in Glasgow's East End are investigating a spate of vehicle fire attacks in the city yesterday. Shortly after 3.30am police were called to a report of a vehicle fire in Ashvale Crescent, Glasgow. Upon arrival police were advised by Strathclyde Fire Service that four vehicles had been damaged by fire.
19 November 2008
Chief Fire Officer Resigns Over Child Porn Arrest
A top fire officer for the West Midlands Fire Service has resigned after he was arrested on suspicion of making indecent images of children. West Midlands Police arrested Frank Sheehan, 55, yesterday at his home in Sutton Coldfield.
Chief Fire Officer Resigns Over Child Porn Arrest
A top fire officer for the West Midlands Fire Service has resigned after he was arrested on suspicion of making indecent images of children. West Midlands Police arrested Frank Sheehan, 55, yesterday at his home in Sutton Coldfield.
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