ARFON MP Hywel Williams has laid a formal Motion in Parliament to honour mountain rescuers in Snowdonia.

The Plaid Cymry member has recognised the Llanberis Mountain Rescue team’s 50th anniversary which they are celebrating tomorrow (Saturday).

Mr Williams will join volunteers and supporters of the rescue team at a celebration at the Victoria Hotel, Llanberis tomorrow.

He has worked closely with the mountain rescue team over the years, predominantly helping to securing better mobile phone coverage in the areas where the team operate.

The Plaid Cymru MP said: "As Llanberis Mountain Rescue celebrate half a century of lifesaving in the mountains of Eryri, I’d like to put on record my gratitude to all those who have volunteered with the organisation over the years and to current members for their service.’

"Their work vital, not just for local people but for the many thousands of visitors who come to Eryri each year to enjoy the spectacular landscape.

"The team in Llanberis is an inspirational and incredible example of public service, selflessly performing acts of heroism day in and day out in all kinds of weather.

"I will continue to do all that I can to support them. This much-needed service is only possible as a result of public donations.

"I would like to thank all those local residents across Arfon and from further afield, who continue to support the service.

"They are the fourth emergency service and deserve to be treated as such.

"Without doubt, Llanberis Mountain Rescue team volunteers are fully deserving of recognition.

"I look forward to attending the celebrations at the weekend, and wish the team all the best for the future."