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Two Welsh fire services in ‘desperate need of lasting change at the top’, FBU says
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TWO Welsh fire services are in “desperate need of lasting change at the top,” said the Fire Brigades Union (FBU) today after damning reports found widespread bullying and harassment at both.

An independent report described Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service as an “operational boys’ club” after staff reported that people who do triathlon or cycling with senior leaders were more likely to get promoted.

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