Young achiever visits Palace

Bracknell youngster Eloise Bouron was amongst a handful of St John Ambulance young achievers who met with HRH The Princess Royal at Buckingham Palace.

Annual event

The event celebrates the achievements of of St John Ambulance Badgers, Cadets and Young Carers (aged five to 25) who have achieved something exceptional, and recognises the commitment they have made throughout the year.

Eloise, 15, attends Ranelagh School, and cares for her younger sister Lucie who is disabled, whilst at the same time dealing with her own ME. Lucie requires surgery on a regular basis and also has epilepsy so needs round the clock care. Eloise helps with Lucie's daily routines including changing her sister's dressings each day, so her first aid skills learnt through St John come in very handy.

Away from St John, Eloise is involved in Girl Guiding, volunteering at both weekly sporting events and the annual WAMDSAD games and demonstrating first aid to her fellow pupils at school.

Her work in the community has led to her being invited onto the set of the BBC's Holby City, and gave her the opportunity to meet Lord Sebastian Coe and TV sports presenter Steve Ryder.

Commissioner Youth for St John Berkshire, Sharon Johnson said: 'It is testament to the hard work and skill of these young people that the Her Royal Highness welcomed them to Buckingham Palace to recognise their outstanding work.

'Eloise does an amazing job all year round and she really deserved to be included in such a special day.'