Stephen Gilchrist, Army

I worked closely as a Pl Sgt with Hughie for a number of years and can say that the care for those under him was paramount. Hughie placed a big emphasis on understanding on if soldiers were having difficulties in their private life and making sure he did what he could for that soldier, because it would have a direct impact on that soldiers well being, which was Hughie's primary concern. Hughie was and still is a people person, who loves to see people happy and content.

Hughie was the person that everyone looked up to when a soldier was seriously injured while on patrol in Afghanistan. He made sure everyone was okay after the incident by getting around, talking to the troops and looking out for those that may have been suffering. Personally I have gone to Hughie when I've had issues in my live and he has gave me sound advise and has never once been judgemental.