Addressing the winners, Piers added: “Lee, Marsha, Ashleigh and Tom, you’ve proved that point in spectacular fashion.“And Adam and Miah, you’ve taught me that Manchester Metrolink staff are right up there in the courage stakes too.“Congratulations to all of you.“And on behalf of the Great British public, thank you for everything that you continue to do to keep us all safe.”British Transport Police Chief Constable Paul Crowther also praised the heroes’ bravery after the December 2018 incident, saying they prevented a far greater tragedy. He said: “They all performed way beyond what we might expect someone of their service to do. “I think it's a real testament to their bravery and their disregard for their own personal safety to get stuck in
