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Fire Union Warns of Public Safety Crisis in Kent

11/10/2025

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The Fire Brigades Union (FBU) warns that chaos at Reform UK-run Kent County Council endangers public safety.
Since Reform UK took control in May, nine councillors have been suspended, including five from the fire authority.
Anne Millington, the fire service's Chief Executive, faces strict spending limits due to governance gaps.
The FBU has asked Kent County Council leader Linden Kemkaran, nicknamed "captain chaos," for a meeting but got no reply.

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The Fire Brigades Union (FBU) warns that chaos at Reform UK-run Kent County Council endangers public safety.
Since Reform UK took control in May, nine councillors have been suspended, including five from the fire authority.
Anne Millington, the fire service's Chief Executive, faces strict spending limits due to governance gaps.
The FBU has asked Kent County Council leader Linden Kemkaran, nicknamed "captain chaos," for a meeting but got no reply.