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Motion · S5M-21768 · 15 May 2020

First Graduates from Scottish Fire and Rescue Service

Lodged by Gordon MacDonald Standard Motion 17 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament congratulates Brendan Crombie, Barry Martin and Rachael Hunter on graduating from the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service dedicated training facility in Newbridge, Edinburgh; notes that this was the first group of graduates from the training facility; understands that Brendan and Barry are being deployed to McDonald Road Fire Station, and Rachael is to join Sighthill Fire Station; notes that the £10.5 million facility, which opened early in 2020, is now the second largest fire training site in Scotland and is able to equip 1,600 personnel from across 65 fire stations with the knowledge and skills to respond safely and effectively to fires within domestic, industrial and commercial buildings; recognises that training is an essential component in ensuring firefighters maintain the skills and professional competencies needed to keep communities safe; believes that having these fantastic facilities in the east of Scotland allows training to be delivered closer to home for many, enabling firefighters to spend less time away from their core duties and their families, and wishes Brendan, Barry and Rachael every success in their future careers.

Supporters (17)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.