Helmsman Stuart Roberts Silver Medal Helmsman Stuart Roberts of Porthcawl's D class inflatable rescued a surfer in very rough seas and weather conditions outside the normal limits for this class of inshore lifeboat. Despite the short duration the service was superbly executed in severe surf, wind and tidal conditions which demanded excellent boathandling and seamanship as well as a high degree of bravery to launch in such conditions. A full report of the service appears in this issue of THE LIFEBOAT..