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08/09/2022
Over 120 New Recruits To Begin Training With NIFRS
Over 120 new recruits are to begin training with the Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS).
A total of 77 full-time and 44 on-call firefighters will commence training in groups over the coming weeks and months. Some of the new firefighters will be deployed to fire stations across NI this Autumn, with the remainder appointed early next year.
Health Minister Robin Swann said: "During their training, firefighters are equipped with a unique and extensive set of skills and capabilities. I commend the work they do, often in dangerous and challenging situations. We have all seen their tremendous and tireless dedication to public safety.
"This latest intake of firefighters will go a long way to ensuring our communities are protected with the vital service that NIFRS provides. I wish the new recruits all the very best for their future careers."
Minister Swann has approved the allocation of £1.692m in additional funding for the recruitment of the new firefighters to support the front line, as well as the recruitment of 13 support staff, including vehicle technicians and project managers.
When the latest recruits have completed their training, this will bring the number of firefighters to more than 1,800.
The new firefighters will complete their training at NIFRS Training Centre at Boucher Road in Belfast. Work is underway on the £42.6m final phase of the NIFRS Learning and Development Centre near Cookstown, due for completion in 2024.
A total of 77 full-time and 44 on-call firefighters will commence training in groups over the coming weeks and months. Some of the new firefighters will be deployed to fire stations across NI this Autumn, with the remainder appointed early next year.
Health Minister Robin Swann said: "During their training, firefighters are equipped with a unique and extensive set of skills and capabilities. I commend the work they do, often in dangerous and challenging situations. We have all seen their tremendous and tireless dedication to public safety.
"This latest intake of firefighters will go a long way to ensuring our communities are protected with the vital service that NIFRS provides. I wish the new recruits all the very best for their future careers."
Minister Swann has approved the allocation of £1.692m in additional funding for the recruitment of the new firefighters to support the front line, as well as the recruitment of 13 support staff, including vehicle technicians and project managers.
When the latest recruits have completed their training, this will bring the number of firefighters to more than 1,800.
The new firefighters will complete their training at NIFRS Training Centre at Boucher Road in Belfast. Work is underway on the £42.6m final phase of the NIFRS Learning and Development Centre near Cookstown, due for completion in 2024.
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