It’s coming home! London Ambulance Service encourages Londoners to enjoy the Euros final safely

Senior paramedics are urging the public to enjoy the England vs Spain Euros final safely and responsibly this Sunday evening, as calls to 999 have surged by up to a third following previous matches.

To handle this increase in demand, there will be extra staff on duty across London, and additional call handlers taking 999 and 111 calls. Our teams will also be out on foot and bicycles in the busiest areas of the capital to ensure crews reach the most seriously ill and injured patients as quickly as possible.

The Service will also have additional staff in the control rooms and clinical hubs and will plan to open its dedicated special operations centre if needed to ensure LAS can still care for Londoners.

Director of Ambulance Operations, Darren Farmer is set to be Gold Commander for London Ambulance Service on Sunday. He said:

“We wish the very best of luck to the Three Lions on Sunday following their triumphant victory over the Netherlands, but would ask that fans take steps to enjoy watching the game safely and to look out for one another.

“We want everyone to really enjoy this special occasion, so if you are going out to watch the match, please make sure you plan your trip home ahead of time. It will be a Sunday service so public transport may well have finished by the time the final whistle blows.

“If you’re going to drink alcohol, please do so responsibly and remember – every avoidable alcohol-related call we attend could take away from someone who might have a life-threatening condition.

“We’re really hoping for a great result on Sunday, but know all too well that it might be a nail-biting experience and tensions are likely to run high. So, please, do remember to look out for one another and your loved ones.

“Our teams are always here to help if you need us, but we would ask that people follow advice, use our services wisely and contact your GP, pharmacy or NHS 111 where possible. Londoners can continue to help us by only calling 999 in a serious medical emergency.”