As I've said elsewhere my ex-NHS risk management head kicked in a few times. I really feel that the organisation should seriously consider finding (as a volunteer or as a paid hireling) a Registered Paramedic to be on phone duty during the event - possibly based at one of the central controls. Relying on 111, retired healthcare professionals, local pharmacies and first-aiders of mixed experience/enthusiasm didnt fill me with confidence.
I don't want to enter into specifics because those involved were doing their best in the circumstances, and I could not have done more. But, a Paramedic who could devote time to answering very specific, cycling related issues from those with limited, but valuable, skill sets would serve the riders well, and protect the organisation.
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