Members of the fire brigades union had grave concerns about the diversion of money to the project .
Members of the fire brigades union questioned the feasibility of having 30 % fewer control staff available to answer emergency calls across the country during spate conditions .
Members of the fire brigades union had grave concerns about the diversion of money to the project , and questioned the feasibility of having 30 % fewer control staff available to answer emergency calls across the country during spate conditions .