Keeping runners on track at Bupa 10k

Around 100 Volunteers from St John Ambulance London (Prince of Wales's) District were deployed with five ambulances and eight Members of the London Cycle Response Unit at the Bupa 10K Race.

Ensuring the safety of the competitors

The race saw runners follow a route through the City of London, finishing on The Mall. A total of 46 people were treated by the Charity's first aiders, and three were transported to hospital.

Ann Cable, Commissioner of St John Ambulance London (Prince of Wales's) District, said:

'We are pleased to have had the opportunity to help ensure the safety of competitors at the Bupa 10K Race again this year.

'We believe that first aid should be available to anyone who needs it, but research shows that's not happening and that is why our trained first aiders, ambulance crews and medical staff play such a vital role in making sure that we are the difference between a life lost and a life saved.'

St John Ambulance London has 5,000 Members, with a strong youth contingent meeting at Divisions around the capital. The organisation also delivers first aid training courses for businesses and individuals throughout Greater London.