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28th..December 2007

Long Service


Colin Coventry, John Morrison and Donnie MacDougal Pictured with Sandy Taylor (back) area manager.


Colin Coventry, John Morrison and Donnie MacDougal were awarded 20 years long service medals for their service to the HM Coastguards. Area supervisor Sandy Taylor made the presentation at a special occasion held at the Smoo Cave Hotel. Sandy praised the work of the men and their dedication for over 20 years they have carried pagers which could call them to any kind of emergency. Today's Officers of Her Majesty's Coastguard are benefiting from nearly two centuries of maritime experience of their predecessors. Many changes have taken place over the years and Coastguard co-ordination centres of the 21st century have been transformed by new technology. HM Coastguard's role is now clearly focussed on search and rescue at sea and the prevention of maritime incidents through education and the promotion of safety.