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Motion · S6M-08704 · 25 Apr 2023

Stromness Station Officer, Terry Todd, Retires from HM Coastguard

Lodged by Liam McArthur (Scottish Liberal Democrats) Standard Motion 22 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament recognises that Terry Todd, Station Officer at Stromness Coastguard Rescue Station, is retiring in April 2023 after 22 years of service; notes that coastguard rescue officers from across Mainland Orkney, as well as Area Commander, Dave Sweeney, gathered in Stromness in Orkney in April to present Terry with a medal and valedictory certificate for his long service and good conduct; further notes that the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) Stromness Lifeboat, the crew of which has worked with Terry on countless call-outs, sailed by the pier to mark Terry’s retirement; understands that the RNLI, which has been operating a lifeboat station in Stromness since 1867, is the largest charity saving lives at sea, operates a 24/7 rescue service that saved 296 lives in 2021, as well as providing lifeguard, flood rescue, education and international aid services; commends Terry on his loyal service and commitment to safeguarding communities in Orkney; further commends the RNLI for its invaluable work and steadfast dedication to protecting those living and working in Scotland's island and coastal communities, as well as those just visiting, and wishes Terry all the best in his well-earned retirement.

Supporters (22)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.