Retained firefighters stage picket at Co Louth fire station

The video discusses the outdated retain system and its impact on recruitment and retention. Workers face challenges like lack of structured time off, affecting their personal lives. The unattractive nature of the job leads to fewer recruits and increased workload for existing staff. Proposed solutions include government intervention to make the job more appealing through better remuneration and structured time off.

Describe the vicious circle mentioned in relation to the job's attractiveness.

What is the impact of having fewer people on the crew as discussed in the text?