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The scheme was introduced to the four Fire and Rescue Services in the region back in October 2004. Since then, volunteers have come forward and have been trained as Union Learning Representatives (ULRs). These are a new category of union advocate.

They are trained in advising employees on learning needs and opportunities. In industry, they have demonstrated that they complement and add value to employers’ efforts to engage workers in learning.

The Government backs ULRs with statutory rights for time off and through the Union Learning Fund (ULF) gives hard cash for learning initiatives in the workplace.

The Chief Fire Officer’s Association (CFOA) and both of the Fire Service Colleges at Gullane and Moreton are in full support of the project. Many CFOs have already demonstrated their commitment in their own Brigades by supporting the work of ULRs and granting employees some time off to study. Currently, there are courses running at fire stations in this region to the benefit of all and at no cost to employers or employees.

This project deserves your support, if you would like to volunteer to be your workplace ‘Learning Rep’ then contact me.

Learning Project Co-ordinator

Mike Kirby

Tel:

Mob: 07917031851

mike.kirby@fbu.org.uk

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