Andrew Rosindell MP was this evening joined by actor James Nesbitt, along with numerous London-based ambulance staff and medical emergency volunteers, for the London Ambulance Awards – Saving Lives 2015.
Saving Lives recognises the outstanding work of emergency medical staff and ordinary members of the public, who, armed with the knowledge of life-saving techniques, help to save the lives of people in emergency situations.
This is the second year that the awards have taken place, and this year, 29 volunteers were honoured. Among them was Teresa Mitchell, a school receptionist, who in 2014 helped save the life of a pupil experiencing cardiac arrest. Teresa used her knowledge of CPR, as well as the school’s resident defibrillator to give the boy two shocks. Though an ambulance soon arrived to take the boy to hospital, it is acknowledged that Teresa’s actions undoubtedly saved the boy’s life.Andrew presented the nominations for the category of Community First Responder, which rewards ordinary members of the public who help coordinate voluntary emergency medical services and/or teach others the techniques of emergency medical care. The award was presented by James Nesbitt.
Following the ceremony, Andrew said:
“It was wonderful to be able to attend ‘Saving Lives’ this year: I was able to meet so many inspiring people, and I’m in awe at what they’re able to do in such testing circumstances.
Emergency medical techniques are vital skills, and I support their being taught throughout the country. I look forward to working closely with the London Ambulance Service in the future to make sure they continue to provide an excellent service throughout London.”
To find out more information about the London Ambulance Service and the work they do, please visit their website or Twitter feed.