In February 2024 Blue Lights Got Talent was launched – this was set to be the next event in the Celebrating Amy collection. The event was aiming at showcasing the talents behind our emergency services that support us every day across the Highlands.
Over the course of 7 months participants practices their art as well as fundraising for our chosen charities. Each contestant worked tirelessly behind the scenes to compete for the title of Blue Lights Got Talent Winner 2024!
| Contestant | Act | Charity |
|---|---|---|
| Erin (Musical Theatre) | Defying Gravity (Wicked) | Andrew Mcneil Painting and Decorating |
| Tina (Salsa Dancing) | Palo_Monte | Mercury Cleaning |
| Claire & Colene (Duet Singing) | Delta Goodrum – Your the Voice | Pat Munro & Stagecoach |
| Neil (Sax Player) | Over the Rainbow | Inches Motor Group |
| Rab (Comedian) | Unfortunately Rab was unable to perform due to illness but it did not stop him keeping everyone in stitches right up until the event | Andersons Clark |
| Matt (Singer) | Breaking the Law | Keltbray |
| Malinda (Singer) | Moon Song | Ord Ind Supplies |
| Sarah & Aaron (Singers) | Hero – Foo Fighters | Cameron Harper Joinery |
| Renal Team (Dance Act) | Grease Medly | Sneckie Taxis |
On the night Sarah and Aaron took the trophy and winning £1000 for their own chosen charity RokSchool.
As well as all the fundraising on the night Andy Gill not only hosted the event but he did a star stuffed auction and final amount raised was over £30,000!
It is always humbling to see what can be done when people come together for the cause, not only are we continuing to keep Amy’s memory alive but we are raising vital money for our amazing local charities!
Thanks goes again to our headline sponsor Macleod Roofing – without the support the event would not have been what it was.