He first joined the coastguard rescue service because he wanted to put something back into the community.
“There is nothing quite like the feeling of seeing parents after you’ve found their missing child,” he said. “We’re here to respond and to save lives whenever that happens.”
“Over the Christmas and New Year festivities, like all my fellow coastguard rescue officers, I’ve been ready to drop everything, to leave family and friends and go out to rescue those in distress and help those who need it.
“Getting the MBE is very exciting and it’s extra special because it’s happening in the year that Her Majesty’s Coastguard turns 200. That’s a very special feeling.”
Deputy Chief Coastguard Helen McCaffrey said: “Our coastguard volunteers give and give and give again right across the United Kingdom. They’ve been on call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. They’ve saved lives at the coast, served alongside others at G7 and COP26 keeping people safe and been at the forefront of providing support during the ongoing pandemic.
“All this is done with no thought of their own gain – so it’s always a great moment when a coastguard receives an honour like this one. Congratulations to Daniel on receiving this award.”
We’re so pleased – congratulations Daniel Thomson, MBE.
