Emergency services honoured at 999 Day

Supt Liam Johnson, from Guernsey Police, said he and his colleagues "face some of the most challenging incidents within the community"

Guernsey's emergency services gathered for a ceremony to honour colleagues who were injured or died in the line of duty.

Members of the police, coastguard, fire and ambulance services observed a two-minute silence at Beau Sejour.

Emergency Services Day, often called 999 Day, is an annual event observed across the British Isles, designed to celebrate and recognise the role workers play in keeping communities safe.

It also raises public awareness of the challenges services face and highlights potential career opportunities.

'Challenging' work

Supt Liam Johnson, from Guernsey Police, said he and his colleagues "face some of the most challenging incidents within the community".

However, he said they also took great pride in the work they do, particularly in saving lives and "bringing those who break the law to justice".

Supt Johnson also paid tribute to blue-light services in the UK and overseas, expressing his respect and admiration for their dedication and professionalism.

Jim Cathcart, from Ambulance and Rescue Guernsey, said for him "Emergency Services Day is a special occasion".

He added that while the day has been celebrated for several years, it had become increasingly well-known and understood by the public over time.

It also highlighted the work of volunteers who gave up their free time, such as those who work for the lifeboat, Flying Christine sea ambulance and Channel Island Air Search.