Community volunteers who provide emergency support across Bassetlaw are now better equipped to help residents thanks to a £750 Councillor Community Grant.

North Nottinghamshire Community First Responders has used the funding to buy new uniforms and medical equipment for its volunteers, helping

them to continue supporting local people during medical emergencies.

Working alongside East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust, the team is often among the first to arrive at an incident.

Pictured are: Cllr Alan Rhodes, Ward Member for Worksop North-East, Graham Robinson, Chairman of North Nottinghamshire Community First Responders

placeholder image — Pictured are: Cllr Alan Rhodes, Ward Member for Worksop North-East, Graham Robinson, Chairman of North Nottinghamshire Community First Responders

Their volunteers provide immediate care and reassurance to patients and their families while further emergency support is on its way, particularly in rural communities.

Graham Robinson, chairman of North Nottinghamshire Community First Responders said: "As a charity run by local volunteers, the support we receive

makes a real difference to the communities we serve.

“This funding helps us continue providing a vital service across North Nottinghamshire, giving residents the reassurance that help is available when it is

needed most.

"We are incredibly grateful for this support."

North Notts Community First Responders include over 30 local volunteers recruited and trained by East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust to BTEC level 3 and 4 standards in the First Person On Scene qualification.

Cllr Alan Rhodes, ward member for Worksop North-East,said: “I’m proud to support North Nottinghamshire Community First Responders alongside my fellow councillors.

“The dedication shown by their volunteers is truly remarkable, providing vital support and reassurance to people when they need it most.

“The service they provide makes a real difference to local residents, and we are delighted to contribute towards ensuring they can continue their important work.

“On behalf of all councillors involved, I would like to thank every volunteer for their commitment to serving our communities.”

Councillors who contributed are: Cllr Tony Eaton and Cllr Julie Leigh, ward members for Worksop South; Cllr Maria Charlesworth, ward member for Worksop North; Cllr Alan Rhodes and Cllr Fraser Merryweather, ward members for Worksop North-East; Cllr Harriet Digby, ward member for East Retford West; Cllr Susan Shaw, ward member for East Retford East and Cllr Carolyn Troop, ward member for East Retford South.

North Nottinghamshire Community First Responders are seeking new recruits. Volunteers receive full training.

To find out more, visit: https://northnottscfr.co.uk