Tourism Business Supporter

On average, 20% of Cornwall Air Ambulance’s patients are holiday visitors, so this small, local charity will be facing enormous pressure and challenges. Even last year – when there were many fewer visitors because of the pandemic – it cost the charity half a million pounds to carry out these lifesaving missions involving tourists. And yet, less than 5% of donations to the charity come from the tourism sector.

The isolation of Cornwall is one of the reasons for its enduring appeal for generations of holiday makers; you are immediately removed from the stresses and strains of ordinary life.  This is also, however, why we depend so heavily on the Cornwall Air Ambulance Trust to help us and our loved ones when drama or tragedy strike. I am asking you to join the list of tourism businesses which are backing this campaign, to ensure that this vital service continues to save lives across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly for years to come.

Alex Polizzi