Long serving auxiliary coastguard Barrie Daykin has been rewarded for two decades of life-saving work.

Mr Daykin, 44, from Wakering Avenue, Shoebury, works at the Coastguard station in Ness Road, Shoebury, where he is station officer of the response team.

On watch - Barrie has saved countless lives Picture: STEVE O'CONNELL

He is to be presented the Auxiliary Coastguard Long Service Medal at a presentation later this year.

A spokesman for the Maritime and Coastguard Agency said: "Barrie's dedication and commitment to the service, coupled with his enthusiastic and professional response to incidents, has without doubt assisted in saving a number of lives."

Published Tuesday October 15, 2002

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