Fire service volunteers thanked at awards evening

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Volunteers from Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service are celebrating after an awards evening recognised the excellent work and the valued contribution they make to the communities across Greater Manchester.

The event took place at the Fire Service Training and Development Centre in Manchester where Community Action Team members; Andrew Heywood scooped the Special Achievement award, Marc Greenough picked up the Outstanding Contribution to the Team award, while Gary Walker was presented with the Most Valued Member award.

Also invited to the evening were special guest; Councillor Paul Shannon Chairman of the Fire Authority and Mr Warren Smith JP Lord-Lieutenant for Greater Manchester, who collectively spoke about the value of volunteering and the benefits it brings to the individuals, organisations and the community.

Councillor Paul Shannon said: “All the volunteers do an outstanding job and provide invaluable support to the Service. They give up their own time to make our communities safer and I am extremely grateful to the contributions each and every one of them has made. Congratulations to them all.”

Community Action Team Manager Jo Cranham said: “I am extremely proud to have the opportunity to bring the team together to celebrate their achievements. Everyone had a really nice time and we are extremely proud of all those people who give their time freely to help us make Greater Manchester a safer place.”

If you would like more information or how you can become a member of the Community Action Team for Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service visit www.manchesterfire.gov.uk or call 0161 608 9225.