The union that represents ambulance workers is calling for a judicial review of the legal case against two Jersey paramedics found guilty of failing to provide prompt care to a patient.
Unite says the prosecution raises serious questions.
Regional Officer James Turner says the union is deeply concerned about how the health and safety law has been applied in this case, and whether it was in the public interest to take it to trial.
“It is of the upmost importance for the individuals concerned, as well as the wider implications for healthcare, emergency or any other workers in Jersey, that a judicial review of the case is launched as quickly as possible.”
John Sutherland and Tom Le Sauter were found guilty of failing to provide reasonable care to a 39 year old man who suffered a cardiac arrest, following a drug overdose, while the pair were at his home.
The crewmen had called for police back-up, citing the patient's aggressive behaviour. The judge said they should have responded to changes in the patient's condition sooner.
Yesterday (16 July) they were sentenced in the Royal Court to two years conditional discharge, meaning they will face no punishment unless they commit a further offence.
They were each ordered to pay £500 costs.
The paramedics remain suspended from duty pending an internal Ambulance Service inquiry. They have said they intend to appeal their convictions.
The case has prompted widespread support from members of the community, including demonstrations and a crowdfunding appeal towards their legal costs and financial losses which has raised almost £50,000.
The men said they were 'staggered' by people's generosity.
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