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COLEG Gwent is proud to sponsor the 999 Hero category in this year’s South Wales Argus Pride of Gwent Awards, held in association with Caerphilly… ....
“With the coronavirus pandemic raging through much of 2020, we knew we would receive some exceptional entries, but we’ve been astounded by some of the things we have learned about the people of Gwent,” he said. “It’s been a distressing year and it’s heartening to see how so many have rallied round to help others.” He also paid tribute to people who have given their time and energy over many years to help make Gwent a better place. “The city of Newport and our towns and villages are full of unsung heroes,” he said. “We hope the Pride of Gwent Awards will shine a light on some of them.” ....
Meanwhile Mr Blacklock had been crossing the bridge with his wife and daughter and saw what was happening. He started speaking to the young woman and then held onto her shoulders by leaning over the railings, remaining in this position until negotiators were on the scene. Inspector Lawton said the situation was “extremely volatile” with potentially fatal results and praised the men for remaining calm and doing all they could to help. “It was an extremely stressful situation and their first reaction was to try and help the person in crisis,” she said. The South Wales Fire and Rescue Service’s (SWFRS) Red Watch Malpas is nominated for its role in a water rescue at the Millennium footbridge over the River Usk in Newport in October 2019. ....