Bankies are being asked to help check the condition of lifesaving equipment alongside waterways.

People out and about along the Forth and Clyde Canal, Loch Lomond and the Clyde are being asked to look out for lifesaving equipment and check what condition it’s in.

The call has come from the Royal Life Saving Society (RLSS) which wants to build a comprehensive picture of what equipment is available for the public to use, where it can be found and what state it’s in.

Adrian Lole, of RLSS, said: “More people die from accidental drowning in the UK than they do from road cycling accidents and house fires.”

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The society’s mascot, Perry Buoy, will be used during the campaign, called “Keep ‘em peeled for Perry”, which aims to get the public to check out rescue equipment.

The RLSS is asking people to take a look around and check for public rescue equipment, which could be fencing, life rings, throw lines or signage.

Then, drop them a line with your name, phone number, location and photo.

You should also say whether it’s public or private land and if you have notified anyone.

Title your email ‘Keep ‘em peeled for Perry’ and then send all the details to report@rlss.org.uk.