The blaze on January 3rd continued for hours with “Ged” receiving praise from the St John Ambulance organisation for showing initiative by getting involved:
“Prior to the arrival of the East of England Ambulance Service, Ged was able to offer cover if first aid had been needed,” said an official letter and: “the dedication and support that he showed in supporting the emergency services went above and beyond what was expected of him.”
Ged is a first year Level 3 Outdoor Advanced Extended Diploma student at the Shuttleworth College in Old Warden, Biggleswade where he is learning coaching and leadership skills which he hopes will stand him in good stead for a job in First Aid training and instructing outdoor activities in a few years’ time.
“I love it here at Shuttleworth and was glad to be of service at the emergency incident,” said Ged, aged 16, who is also a former student of Bedford School.
