Public parking in Sauchie Ambulance Station delays crews

Sauchie Ambulance Station. <i>(Image: Google Earth)</i>
Sauchie Ambulance Station. (Image: Google Earth)
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The Scottish Ambulance Service (SAS) has spoken out about members of the public using staff parking in Sauchie.

Sauchie Ambulance Station, located at Parkhead Road, has designated parking spaces for staff and crews at the site.

However, recently members of the public have been using these parking spaces for their own vehicles.

Now, the SAS has warned that this can delay crews during emergencies and hinder patient care.

A Scottish Ambulance Service spokesperson said: “It is disappointing that our designated parking spaces at Sauchie Ambulance Station continue to be used by members of the public.

“When these spaces are blocked, it can delay our crews and mean it takes longer for patients to receive the care they need.

"Every minute counts, and we ask people to be mindful of this and to find alternative parking.”

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