The firefighters should be paid their just pay increases without strings. In 1977 the then Labour Prime Minister James Callaghan attempted to break the Firefighters Union. Mr Tony Blair appears to be adopting the very same tactics.People appear to have very short memories. Last year the press was full of praise for the New York Firefighters.The loss of life coupled with great bravery and teamwork is an integral part of firefighting .This should now be remembered and rewarded.


Patrick