A comprehensive review of the emergency services' ability to deal with all forms of water rescue was announced today.
The review, led by Paddy Tomkins QPM, former HM Chief Inspector of Constabulary for Scotland, will work with a range of stakeholders to report to Ministers with recommendations on whether Scotland's water rescue response may be improved.
Lisa Stuart started the Safe-Tay charity following the death of 20-year-old Graham Motion, who drowned in July 2006.
The lifebelt holders are linked to three CCTV cameras located near the bridge. When one of the holders is opened it will alert the cameras to focus on its location.
Last night Mrs Stuart told The Courier of her backing for the review, which will be undertaken by Paddy Tomkins QPM, former HM Chief Inspect- or of Constabulary for Scotland, on behalf of the Scottish Government.
May 1 2009 by Johnathon Menzies, Perthshire Advertiser Friday
A PERTH tattoo studio is set to host a marathon 24-hour fund-raising event to raise crucial cash for a local water-safety charity.
Plucky members of the public will be asked to go under the needle at Trev’s House of Tattoos, on the Fair City’s Princes Street, during this year’s “TattooFest” – an event established in memory of local drummer Graham Motion, who lost his life following an accident on the River Tay three years ago.
A CAMPAIGN aimed at preventing alcohol-related drowning tragedies in Perth is amongs 200 projects sharing a £1.3 million Lottery grant windfall.
The Safe-Tay "Don't Drink and Drown" campaign warns against the dangers of drinking in the vicinity of Big Country rivers, including the River Tay.
Yestarda's £3700 Awards for All grant will enable the group, in association with Perth College students, to get their message across to an even wider audience.
