‘We’re humbled by volunteers’
High Sheriff and chairman tour towns in tribute to Covid response
VOLUNTEERS have been thanked for their work during the coronavirus pandemic.
Staffordshire’s High Sheriff and the chairman of Staffordshire Moorlands visited some of the groups and individuals who have worked tirelessly to support their local communities during the Covid pandemic to offer their thanks.
Commander Charles Bagot Jewitt joined Councillor Keith Flunder on a tour of the three principle towns on Thursday.
They met with volunteers at Biddulph Youth and Community Zone and Biddulph Town Hall; in Cheadle they chatted to people involved in the Covid response at Moorlands Home Link; and in Leek they called in at Haregate Community Centre and St John’s Church.
Commander Bagot Jewitt said: “It is often adverse circumstances that bring out the best in our
communities, and that has certainly been brought to the fore this year.
“A key part of my role is to highlight the enormous contribution made
by volunteers organisations.
“But they have more than done that themselves and we have all been and voluntary humbled by their response.
“With the county moving to the high alert category at the weekend, their support and the care they provide will be more needed than ever. We cannot thank them enough.”
Councillor Flunder said: “With the move to Tier 2 this was a particularly timely visit, and we were delighted to welcome the High Sheriff to the Moorlands so that, together, we could offer our heartfelt thanks to all neighbourhood and community groups and the volunteers who have really shown what true community spirit is.
“I have absolutely no doubt that this spirit will continue to be very much in evidence as we move into greater restrictions, and part of our discussions with the groups focused on the ongoing support that will be needed during the coming weeks and months.
“We know that many people are really feeling the effects of this health emergency in a number of ways.
“But I am confident that here in the Moorlands the strength of our communities and the care we’re showing for each other will see us through.
“Stay safe everyone.”