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    The Hawick Paper


    Timmy’s tribute to ‘great’ colleagues as he retires

    Friday, November 14th, 2025 - Written by HILARY MACTAGGART
    Timmy Pretswell, centre, with colleagues Derek Murdie, Mark Borthwick, Stuart McLellan and Lynda Jackson

    After 33 years with the Scottish Ambulance Service (SAS), Timmy Pretswell says he is now looking forward to his retirement.

    He finished his last shift on Wednesday and was overawed by the send-off he received, which was testament to his work ethic and popularity.

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