The NIFRS is encouraging more women and those from ethnic minority backgrounds to apply.

BBC: NI fire service recruiting part-time firefighters

Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS) whistleblower Linda Ford has told the Assembly's health committee she continues to be "treated like a criminal".

BBC: Fire and Rescue Service logo

"Charles Hurst is one of four appointed suppliers to NIFRS and was subject to precisely the same tender process by the procurement team of the central purchasing agency as all potential bidders, " the company said.

BBC: NI Fire Service paid unapproved bonuses to three staff