Public asked to fight fires amid strike threat - full report
Volunteers with two weeks training could be used as cover if firefighters in Derbyshire decide to strike over a dispute about pensions.
Opponents say industrial action would be irresponsible and put lives at risk. Members of the public would be paid a hundred and fifty pounds per twelve hour shift when called out. Rajiv Popat reports
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Central Weather: Cold tonight, milder tomorrow
It will be a cold night across the region. It is forecast to be a milder day tomorrow.
East Midlands Video Forecast
Temperatures falling close to freezing. Patchy frost and lots of cloud, which could turn misty.
West Midlands Video Forecast
Skies stay clear. Temperatures drop to near freezing, with patchy frost come dawn. Much of the low cloud turns misty and foggy.