New unit opened by Lothian and Borders Fire Brigade 1994.

The Major Incident Unit went on the run in September 2004? replacing the Heavy Rescue Unit and using the same call sign.

The Major Incident Unit carries the USAR equipment and the Mass Decontamination Equipment is kept in two containers in the yard and if required the USAR is taken off and the MDU put on. The MDU is apparently moving to Tollcross. (Sept 2007)

USAR training is done at Newcraighall on rigs at the foot of the drill tower. (Sept 2007)

The first appliance is one of the two Line Rescue Units in the Brigade. (Sept 2007)

A third bay was built to accommodate the pump from Marionville when it closed but this plan has been shelved.

Newcraighall had a call sign of 36 in Lothian and Borders Fire and Rescue Service, this was changed to K04, the new National Call Sign on 3/5/2017.

Newcraighall has a Foam Dump containing 2,000 litres stored 5 Lockers.. The ISU carries Foam, BA, Hose, Salvage Eqpt. (Mops, buckets, Aqua Vac), Air Shelter. The MIU carries USAR Eqpt.

In April 2023 Newcraighall was being re-furbished and the plan is that when that is done Liberton (which has an RAAC roof) will be demolished and a new station built on the same site. 15/4/2023.

Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
Upgrades Newcraighall fire station with £2.5m investment 

Fire station refurbishment enhances firefighter welfare and safety
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) has completed a £2.5 million refurbishment of Newcraighall Community Fire Station in Edinburgh.
The upgrades include improved changing, cleaning, and welfare facilities for firefighters, as well as dedicated areas for study and rest.
The new layout is designed to prevent the spread of fire contaminants by introducing specific areas for handling contaminated equipment.
Firefighters are also encouraged to shower within an hour of returning from incidents.
Investment supports modernisation of Scotland’s fire service
The refurbishment is part of a wider programme aimed at modernising fire stations across Scotland.
SFRS Deputy Assistant Chief Officer (DACO) Andrew Girrity, who oversees service delivery in the East area, said: “This major refurbishment of Newcraighall ensures our firefighters have access to state-of-the-art facilities that not only support their wellbeing but enhance their critical work in keeping communities safe.”
The upgrades were completed ahead of schedule and are intended to meet the evolving needs of Scotland’s fire service.
Minister for Victims and Community Safety visits Newcraighall station
Minister for Victims and Community Safety Siobhian Brown MSP visited the newly refurbished fire station on 27 February 2025 to review the improvements.
Siobhian Brown MSP said: “I was grateful for the opportunity to see the difference that this £2.5 million investment in modern facilities is making to firefighters at Newcraighall Community Fire Station.”
She also noted an increase in capital funding for SFRS from £43 million to £47 million in the 2025-26 Budget, which will support further investment in property, fleet, and equipment.
Future investment in fire stations across Scotland
The Scottish Government’s funding increase will allow SFRS to continue refurbishing and upgrading fire stations to improve firefighter welfare and operational efficiency.
Siobhian Brown MSP said: “I look forward to seeing more examples of how investment is improving facilities for firefighters as part of SFRS’s programme of fire station refurbishments.”
(International Fire & Safety Journal, February 28 2025, Iain Hoey)

Establishment 2007

Minimum crewing is 5 on WrL/Et and 2 on MIU.

Establishment 2023

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