1. Introduction to the RFU Welcome HRFU Welcome to HFRS RDS a proud tradition and respected service Welcome

2. Introduction to the RFU Welcome Why join a union? HRFU First they came for the Communists but I was not a Communist so I did not speak out. Then they came for the Socialists and the Trade Unionists but I was not one of them, so I did not speak out. Then they came for the Jews but I was not Jewish so I did not speak out. And when they came for me, there was no one left to speak out for me. Martin Niemoeller Why join a union?

3. Introduction to the RFU Welcome Why join a union? HRFU An insurance policy Someone to look out for you and only for you in the global development of HFRS An independent representative To keep you informed Why join a union?

4. Introduction to the RFU Welcome Why join a union? History HRFU The Retained Firefighters Union (RFU) was formed in 1976 In both national and local branches we are run by current and retired retained Firefighters We are non striking We are a political History

5. Introduction to the RFU Welcome Why join a union? History Experience HRFU Past experience IRMP The blurring of definitions - WDS/RDS Experience

6. Introduction to the RFU Welcome Why join a union? History Experience Our methods HRFU Our methods include: Consultation The media The strength of feeling from our friends and neighbours in the community. Keeping you informed Being respected But most importantly - Non striking Our methods

7. Introduction to the RFU Welcome Why join a union? History Experience Our methods HRFU We also believe that the partnership approach is likely to lead to longer-lasting agreements and stability. The power of argument is more powerful in the longer run than the argument of power. Our methods

8. Introduction to the RFU Welcome Why join a union? History Experience Our methods A political HRFU The RFU are an independent trade union under the Trade Union & Labour Relations Act 1974 (see copy of certificate here). We have no political affiliation and therefore all monies from union subscription are ploughed back into maintaining a first class service which protects our members 24hrs a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year thus providing excellent value for money. A political

9. Introduction to the RFU Welcome Why join a union? History Experience Our methods A political Recognition – National & Local HRFU The National Employers announced in February 2005 that the RFU was to be granted National Recognition Rights (for consultation). Recognition – National & Local

10. Introduction to the RFU Welcome Why join a union? History Experience Our methods A political Recognition – National & Local What’s in it for you? HRFU What’s in it for you? So what do you get for your money? Website (hrfu.org.uk) Newsletter Independent help with any questions Backing of the RFU And soon, a great new offer!

11. Introduction to the RFU Welcome Why join a union? History Experience Our methods A political Recognition – National & Local What’s in it for you? The End? HRFU The End?