'Billy the bus driver' saved a passenger's life after he suffered from a cardiac arrest.
William Bell leapt into action when John McCann suffered a cardiac arrest while travelling on the No 57 from Pollokshaws to Glasgow to meet friends for a game of tennis .
Recalling the event, William said: “I kept speaking to John, trying to reassure him that he would be ok, but I could tell something was wrong. He was visibly in pain, moving in his chair, struggling to speak and breathe and was quickly getting worse. On winning his award, Billy Bell said: “I am greatly honoured to have won this award. It was a challenging situation but when you have been first aid trained, it gives you the confidence to step in and do what you need to do. I’m so pleased that John is alive and well.”
On the night Leeanne, took home a highly commended award for her actions which saved the life of a young baby. Leaving her house for work one morning, she came across a neighbour holding her child in her arms, who appeared limp and blue in colour. Two young Glasgow men were awarded at the Scottish First Aid ceremony for their exceptional volunteering and selfless work within the community. Jamie Ferguson, 22, and Jack Green, 27, were recognised for their first aid excellence and dedication - with both spending over 900 hours between them supporting community events
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