MP in appeal for more to join city volunteer army

Bath MP Wera Hobhouse has asked residents to volunteer over the next few months as the pandemic continues – particularly as marshals at the newly opened Bath Racecourse vaccine hub.

Ms Hobhouse celebrated the work of local groups and charities in Bath, saying that she was “humbled as the MP” to think about how much “goodwill” the community has benefited from throughout this challenging year.

She made these comments while hosting a virtual public meeting last week to celebrate local volunteers who have supported the most vulnerable in Bath in the pandemic.

Ms Hobhouse said: “Last March, local residents quickly came together to help those most in need. James Carlin and Sarah Williams-martin of BANES 3SG set things in motion, recruiting more than 2,000 volunteers, setting up systems, and managing this unique venture.

“So far, volunteers have purchased over £65,000 worth of shopping for residents unable to leave their homes and completed over 3,000 shops or medication pick-ups.”

Guest speakers included Sarah Williams-martin, the emergency volunteer response manager for BANES 3SG, and Miles Lloyd, coordinator for 3SG and Compassionate Community.

Visit www.3sg.org.uk/pages/volunteering to sign up as a volunteer.