Paramedic to represent Guernsey at VE Day parade

A paramedic team leader will represent Guernsey's ambulance service at the VE Day parade in London on 5 May.

Andy Adam, the island's longest-serving paramedic, will be part of the Civilian Services Contingent for the event.

The contingent is made up of nominated representatives from various agencies, including the police, fire, ambulance and prison services, St John Ambulance and the British Red Cross.

Military personnel and uniformed representatives are due to march from Whitehall to Buckingham Palace, passing the Cenotaph, which will be draped in Union flags for the occasion.

Mr Adam said: "It is a great honour to be invited to represent Guernsey and the ambulance service at this national event and historic occasion.

"I was lucky enough to attend the Remembrance Sunday parade last year, so I know a bit about what to expect. There are several days of drill practice beforehand because everything has to be just right.

"I think the emotions will be very different to November because this event is both an act of remembrance and a time to celebrate."

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