The Westfield Inspirational Citizen Award, now in its sixth year, continues to recognise local people who make our lives better.

This year sees the award going to Marion Harrington, who has tirelessly campaigned to keep the number 82 bus service running.

Mrs Harrington relies on this service to live independently, as do many others. To quote Mrs Harrington, ‘the bus is my lifeline’.

On receiving the award, Mrs Harrington said: “I am honoured, I am very passionate about the buses. The bus is my lifeline, I use it for shopping, post office, pharmacy, dentist, without it I would be stuck at home. I value my independence and I’m fighting to keep my independence.”

Westfield Parish Council thanks Mrs Harrington for her continued efforts to keep the buses running.