13 volunteers recognised in Avon Scouts Awards

Thirteen adult volunteers were recognised in the annual Avon Scouts awards evening for their work in Scouting in the region.  County Commissioner Graham Brant and Mrs Peaches Golding OBE, H M Lord-Lieutenant for Bristol presented medals awarded by Chief Scout Bear Grylls.  'There's more than 487 years of Scouting achieved among the award winners,' remarked Graham at the start of the awards.  Awards for gallantry, meritious service and long-service were presented before an audience of over 50 Scouts and their family members. The Scouts honoured were drawn from South Bristol, Southmead, Congresbury, Kingswood, North Bristol and more areas of the City region.  'The many hours volunteering has helped young people find a direction, make life-long friendships, gain new skills, explore the out-of-doors and take part in international activities,' Peaches added.  'Our city is grateful for the dedication of these fine people and the tremendous impact they make on making our society stronger, wiser and ambitious.'  Some of the recipients of the medals will attend a reception at Windsor Castle later this year.