One of the Island's key voluntary organisations is launching a recruitment drive.
The Civil Defence corps is looking for members of the public with a strong sense of community spirit and adventure.
Members will be expected to attend regular two hour weekly training sessions, in return for which they receive a uniform and a small financial fee.
Assistant Emergency Planning Officer Ian Young says the work appeals to all members of society (audio file attached):
If you would like to get involved, you should ring 694316 or 694317.
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