MOUNTAIN rescue volunteer Gordon Kay has retired after 30 years' service with the Kirkby Stephen Mountain Rescue Team.
Mr Kay, a former navigator with the RAF, was awarded a long-service certificate at the organisation's annual general meeting.
MORE TOP STORIES: He was the team's first training officer, a position he held for 16 years, and was a deputy leader for 20 years.
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