“These are specialist investors who provide financial aid to claimants they believe will be awarded damages in a legal dispute.”

“International donor agencies have come forward to provide aid for victims of the natural disaster.”

“With the aid of his friends and family, he achieved his dream of becoming a professional athlete.”

“Feeling utterly stupid I gathered myself up from under the rubble and hobbled inelegantly to find a first aider.”

“Mr Young, a trained first aider, felt a faint pulse and gave his wife the kiss of life after calling for an ambulance.”

“He was treated by the school's first aider for a grazed knee and bruised wrist before being sent back to continue with lessons.”

“At the event, the local community turns out in force, volunteering 1,500 marshals, first aiders, and scrutineers.”

“To this the young devotees made their way, and after fastening cords to the bell's tongue they tossed ropes to their aiders and abettors below.”

“Stringent insurance cover now means that many events require ambulances on site as well as first aiders.”