THE nation’s leading first aid charity is calling for nominations from Devon for its annual awards.

St John Ambulance’s Everyday Heroes awards celebrate inspiring stories of first aid heroism from the general public. Everyday Heroes 2015 saw the highest ever number of nominations and St John Ambulance is asking the public to get in touch and tell them about friends, family members, colleagues, and even strangers who’ve saved lives or championed first aid.

Steve Hargreaves, regional director for St John Ambulance said: ‘Everyone has the ability to save a life and our Everyday Heroes awards give us a chance to celebrate those who are doing just that.

‘We’re on the lookout for anyone who has gone out of their way to help people through first aid – from life savers, to campaigners, teachers, and fundraisers.

‘Each year we hear incredibly inspiring stories of ordinary people who have done extraordinary things.

‘If you know someone who deserves recognition for their outstanding first aid achievements, nominate them for an Everyday Heroes award.’

Entries close at 5pm on Thursday, March 24 2016 and nominees will be invited to a star-studded ceremony in London, at The Grange, St Pauls on September 7.

To find out about the award categories and to nominate your own Everyday Heroes visit www.sja.org.uk/everyday heroes