Help the families of our firefighters - Martyn and Jennie

Last week, we lost two of our own.

Firefighters Martyn and Jennie

Who, like so many of us, stepped forward knowing the risks, and did it anyway. They showed up to serve, to protect, and to make a difference. And in doing so, they paid the ultimate price.

They were everything we admire in this job: brave, selfless, committed. But beyond the uniform, they were people

with families, with dreams, with futures that should have stretched far beyond that shift.

As a service, we will debrief. We will investigate, reflect, and learn sometimes over months, even years.

But for their families, the impact is immediate. The heartbreak is now.

The loss isn’t theoretical. It’s a daily reality.

And that’s why we can’t wait.

We must stand by them today.

We’ve launched a GoFundMe to support the families of Martyn and Jennie because behind every firefighter is a family that serves and sacrifices too. Every donation, every share, every kind word helps lift some of the weight they now carry.

We’re asking you our fire family, our brotherhood and sisterhood to come together. Pass this on, share it far and wide. Let’s honour their legacy not just in words, but in action.

All funds raised will be split equally between the two families.

To those of you still serving if you’re struggling, speak up. If you’re hurting, don’t carry it alone.

We are stronger together.

And we look after our own.

Remember, the Fire Fighters Charity is there for all of us—serving, retired, and families alike. Use it. Lean on each other. Stay connected.

To Martyn and Jennie:

We will remember your courage.

We honour your sacrifice.

Rest easy. We’ve got it from here.

In addition, we have a further two firefighters that were seriously injured at the same incident. We'd also like to support them in and hopefully take some of the burden of recovery off them.

Thank you all.