Ewan Williamson petition

THE Evening News is calling for courageous firefighter Ewan Williamson to be honoured with a medal from the Queen.

The 35-year-old died while fighting a fire in a city pub, becoming the first Lothian firefighter in living memory to die while tackling a blaze.

The campaign to have his bravery officially recognised by being posthumously awarded the Queen's Gallantry Medal has already been backed by his friends and colleagues and local politicians.

The Queen's Gallantry Medal is awarded by the Queen for acts of great bravery by citizens including firefighters and police officers, and occasionally serving military personnel.

You can support the petition by clicking here to email your name and address

You can also sign copies of the petition at:

Evening News Reception, 108 Holyrood Road

Fire Service Headquarters, Lauriston Place

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If you want copies of the petition to collect signatures yourself contact our news desk on 620 8734 or email [email protected].

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