Eastbourne councillor awarded ‘platinum champion’ status for volunteer work
An Eastbourne councillor is one of 490 volunteers in the country who have been awarded the status of a ‘platinum champion’.
Helen Burton, who has been awarded the title, was also given a BEM in the Queen’s Birthday Honours list.
Councillor Burton said, “Volunteering changes lives for the better and addresses so many social issues. It’s at the heart of community activity and is good for the soul.
"If you want to volunteer do check out our website www.volunteersnetwork.co.uk where you will find a list of help needed locally.
“I still can’t believe the amazing judging panel headed by the Duchess of Cornwall chose me!”
The official Jubilee project was created to celebrate volunteers across the country who are making a difference.
Royal Voluntary Service, which helped launch the awards, said, “Thousands of people aged from 16-101 from all over the UK and supporting a range of causes were nominated.”