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13th June 2009

MSP Lobbies Ambulance Chief Over Braemar Scheme

North East MSP Alex Johnstone has written to the Acting Chief Executive of the Scottish Ambulance Service, Pauline Howie in support of the proposed pilot scheme for retained ambulance provision in Braemar.

In his letter Mr Johnstone expresses his support for the proposal for the above scheme which has been developed in conjunction with local community representatives and politicians in co-operation with representatives of the Scottish Ambulance Service saying,

"It is my understanding that a business case is to be presented covering the proposal and that progress now depends on its approval.   I hope that this hurdle will be cleared successfully and the scheme can be in place by the suggested date of 11 May 2009."

Mr Johnstone paid tribute to the members of the community and the representatives of the Scottish Ambulance Service for the constructive way in which all parties have engaged in the process which has led to this proposal saying,

"The people of Braemar have shown a remarkable capacity for coming together for the benefit of their community and their willingness to come forward to participate in this proposed scheme is one more demonstration of their spirit."

Picture shows MSP's Alex Johnstone and Nanette Milne in Braemar with one of the vehicles which is currently providing ambulance cover on Deeside.