Brecon Mountain Rescue Team have been awarded a prestigious accolade from the UK Police National Search Centre. In recognition of outstanding contribution and service, they were presented with the national “Police Search Governance Board Excellence Award” by Chief Inspector Mark Sweeney from the Police National Search Centre College of Policing. The team were nominated by Powys police commander, Temporary Superintendent Andrew Pitt, after the team were deployed in the search for two elderly females in the Brecon area earlier this year. T/Supt. Pitt stated, “Although the nomination was in respect of the team’s efforts for two particular search operations, it also reflects the significant contribution this group of volunteers have given in previous years and their continued efforts to support the emergency services, day and night, to find and rescue those who are lost or missing”. Ch. Insp. Sweeney added that “Nominations were received from all over the UK from various agencies, all of which provide exceptional support to the police. However, the nomination in respect of the Brecon team stood out. It is clear how valued the team are by Dyfed-Powys Police and the local communities that they serve.” Accepting the award on behalf of Brecon Mountain Rescue Team members, team leader Dr. Rob Powell said “We are thrilled to be recognised at a national level for this award. Our volunteers give up countless hours and sacrifice their precious time to serve our operational area across mid Wales. We do not look for “thanks”, but it is a great honour to be acknowledged. We thank Dyfed Powys Police for their continued support. Our working relationship means we can ensure the community's search and rescue needs are met.”

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