Richard, you are one of the most selfless people I’ve stumbled across in many years! People don’t appreciate just how busy farmers are, on top of that you’re a fully committed father who spends an incredible amount of time on family oriented activities - and when the country was locked down and the NHS overwhelmed, your first thought was those most in need, again! You deserve an award! I’m utterly bemused as to why these guys aren’t subsidised on any level whatsoever, it’s outrageous - they’re an invaluable service to remote rural locations and also urban peak-hour traffic, highly under appreciated, and under valued,…. until you need one. We support our local Helimed service - people should possibly think harder next time they’re looking for a lame donkey in Rangoon to sponsor…….. I’m just saying 😬 Great finish to your sponsored ‘Shave off’, and 700,000 pennies is an amazing amount raised - belated well done Richard. Looking forward to part 2! I’m just back from Eindhoven and hope you have calendars left - I’m off to get one shortly! Take care pal, you’re one in a million. 😉👍
I cant understand why they dont get Lottery Grants there are twenty Air Ambulance Groups in the UK I am sure that most if not all people who do the National Lottery would be happy to know that all these groups are supported by the National Lottery Grants.
Richard awsome video as always they are very nice people there. Are you going to take the family see the Air Ambulance that would be nice. Can’t wait to see part 2 Richard hope you had a great day 😂😂👏👏👍👌👌🏴🏴🇬🇧🇬🇧🤣🤣
Why isn't it funded? It's common for search and rescue not to be funded but air ambulance? That is unusual and unfortunate considering they're essential.
None of the Air Ambulace all around the country are funded, they are all Charities. You mention Search and Rescue but another is the RNLI Lifeboats and Trinity House Maritime Charity who look after Light-houses amongst other things, (though Shipping does pay a levy to help with the upkeep). I agree it's baffling why something which is a necessary service should rely on donations but, I also look at how the NHS is so short of cash and yet everyone is upset at recent tax rise proposals to fund what is essential. Why isn't Air Ambulance funded? Simple- the British people would object to paying more tax to fund it. It's a no-win situation and the reality is it's beyond any government or political ability because, the public simply object to paying tax. (I'm retired NHS). In 1985 I was in Canada for a family wedding and following a mishap I got carted off to an Emergency Department to be treated. The bill for just over 2 hours came to $4000 dollars (in 1985). The bill was itemised and the ambulance alone was $2000 for picking me up, no treatment, just taking me to the Hospital. In total the ambulance callout from base back to base was probably less than 1 hour.
Very cool, Richard! Fresh crunchy apples, yummy!!!! Ooooow, a clean windshield!! How nice!! These folks are awesome. Thank you, Richard. Can't wait to see where we are going next.
Richard, you are one of the most selfless people I’ve stumbled across in many years! People don’t appreciate just how busy farmers are, on top of that you’re a fully committed father who spends an incredible amount of time on family oriented activities - and when the country was locked down and the NHS overwhelmed, your first thought was those most in need, again! You deserve an award! I’m utterly bemused as to why these guys aren’t subsidised on any level whatsoever, it’s outrageous - they’re an invaluable service to remote rural locations and also urban peak-hour traffic, highly under appreciated, and under valued,…. until you need one. We support our local Helimed service - people should possibly think harder next time they’re looking for a lame donkey in Rangoon to sponsor…….. I’m just saying 😬
Great finish to your sponsored ‘Shave off’, and 700,000 pennies is an amazing amount raised - belated well done Richard. Looking forward to part 2!
I’m just back from Eindhoven and hope you have calendars left - I’m off to get one shortly! Take care pal, you’re one in a million. 😉👍
What a brilliant insight to the air ambulance service. Better than any TV interview. Well done Richard
Richard great video I support Yorkshire air ambulance all do a brilliant job saving many people lifes
Fantastic group of people
Hi Richard I was going to watch your video of the new lagoon and it had disappeared??, love the channel👍👍
Omg what an informative video that you very much Richard and the air ambulance crew fantastic what a great interview and insite 👍🏴
Amazing work these people do. A vital service that everyone hopes they will never need to use! Thanks for sharing this visit Richard 👍
Vital piece off kit
What a great idea . Food to keep the air ambulance going .
Well done. Great video.
Absolutely fabulous video, well done Funky Farmer, that was amazing.
great video richard very very interesting cant wait for part two
Amazing video, thank very much..
I cant understand why they dont get Lottery Grants there are twenty Air Ambulance Groups in the UK I am sure that most if not all people who do the National Lottery would be happy to know that all these groups are supported by the National Lottery Grants.
Richard awsome video as always they are very nice people there. Are you going to take the family see the Air Ambulance that would be nice. Can’t wait to see part 2 Richard hope you had a great day 😂😂👏👏👍👌👌🏴🏴🇬🇧🇬🇧🤣🤣
Interesting one Richard ......and you got 2-4-1 helicopters in the video looks air-support unit
Awesome job. Amazing teamwork and dedication. Special funky calendar for the air ambulance next year?
Naked and funky 😂😂😁😁👍👍
W O W YOU HAVE
NAILED IT,,, THATS A 👌👍👍👍👍👍
Awesome VIDEO
THESE ARE THE THINGS THAT NEED HELP JUST A LITTLE
GOES A LONG WAY,,
Sorry for spelling mistake thank not that lol
The beard and shaven head look suits you, great video 👍
Why isn't it funded? It's common for search and rescue not to be funded but air ambulance? That is unusual and unfortunate considering they're essential.
None of the Air Ambulace all around the country are funded, they are all Charities.
You mention Search and Rescue but another is the RNLI Lifeboats and Trinity House Maritime Charity who look after Light-houses amongst other things, (though Shipping does pay a levy to help with the upkeep). I agree it's baffling why something which is a necessary service should rely on donations but, I also look at how the NHS is so short of cash and yet everyone is upset at recent tax rise proposals to fund what is essential. Why isn't Air Ambulance funded? Simple- the British people would object to paying more tax to fund it. It's a no-win situation and the reality is it's beyond any government or political ability because, the public simply object to paying tax. (I'm retired NHS). In 1985 I was in Canada for a family wedding and following a mishap I got carted off to an Emergency Department to be treated. The bill for just over 2 hours came to $4000 dollars (in 1985). The bill was itemised and the ambulance alone was $2000 for picking me up, no treatment, just taking me to the Hospital. In total the ambulance callout from base back to base was probably less than 1 hour.
Very cool, Richard! Fresh crunchy apples, yummy!!!! Ooooow, a clean windshield!! How nice!! These folks are awesome. Thank you, Richard. Can't wait to see where we are going next.