On February 9 and 10, Portslade Division of St John Ambulance held a collection at Sainsbury's in Benfield Valley.

We raised £703.25 and would like to thank all those who donated to the charity. This collection started our appeal to raise £35,000 over the next five years, to replace our ambulance and equipment.

All members of St John Ambulance give up their time voluntarily and receive a uniform and first-aid training before going on duty. Anyone wishing to join should contact me.

-Stuart Matthews, Divisional Superintendent, Portslade Division, St John Ambulance, c/o 84a Graham Avenue, Mile Oak, Portslade, Brighton and Hove BN41 2WL