
The team were awarded a Recognition Certificate in the Teamworking and Making a Difference categories following a rescue they were involved in last year.
The casualty nominated the team to thank them for their support and assistance, with the award nomination stating:
“My overwhelming memory of what was a very difficult situation was of the competence, sensitivity and kindness of the whole coastguard team. I immediately felt safe in their care.
“It was a life affirming experience and I am eternally grateful to the whole team.”
The Coastguard Association Recognition Awards are open all year round and submissions are reviewed on a monthly basis by the committee.