Forces On Standby for New Fire Strike

Evening Standard - London (August 04, 2004)

Author: Dick Murray

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THE Government today put 19,000 troops on standby for emergency fire duties in case firefighters strike again across the UK.

But the armed forces may not be ready in time. Official documents show eight weeks are needed to train and position troops - yet a strike could be only six weeks away.

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Forces On Standby for New Fire Strike

The forces stepped in during the 15 fire servi...

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