Luas driver commended for bravery

A CLONDALKIN Luas driver has been honoured for an act of bravery that saved the life of a woman recently.

Philip Redmond was at the wheel of his tram on the Red Line on Wednesday, June 19 when a passenger notified him that a lady was in distress in the canal close to the Goldenbridge Luas stop.

Philip, who is a trained lifeguard, immediately notified the Luas Control Room which then alerted the emergency services and called for assistance.

In the meantime quick-thinking Philip took a points bar from his cab, which is used to change track points, and held it out towards the struggling woman.

He encouraged her to grab the pole, which she did and Philip was able to bring her to safety.

The emergency services then arrived and tended to the lady who is now making a recovery.

The Lord Mayor of Dublin, Cllr Naoise ó Muirí, commended Philip for his bravery and courage during a reception in the Mansion House.