A group preserving the history of firefighting through a museum collection and promoting fire safety in schools in Greater Manchester and a community Rugby League club in Leigh are among 232 organisations across England are to receive The King’s Award for Voluntary Service in recognition of their outstanding community service.
Previously known as The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service, this award was established in 2002 to mark Her Late Majesty The Queen’s Golden Jubilee and was continued following the accession of His Majesty The King. It is the equivalent of an MBE and represents the highest distinction for voluntary organisations in the UK.
Fireground are group preserving the history of firefighting through a museum collection and promoting fire safety in schools and communities in Greater Manchester.
The organisation has been recognised for its role in preserving the culture and heritage of a critical public service, whilst using the lessons of history to inform the fire safety of the future.
Leigh Miners Rangers Rugby League Academy – a community rugby league club in Greater Manchester developing, supporting and providing opportunities for young people.
The group has been recognised for providing sporting opportunities to children, particularly girls, from disadvantaged backgrounds. In just over six years, the club has developed its girls section from a small group to 137 members, making it the largest girls section in England.
Other recipients in the region include the Bury Active Woman’s Centre,Besses Boy Band and Eccles Rugby Football Club
Awarded each year to honour volunteer-led groups working across a wide range of fields including mental health, youth, environment, community, arts and heritage, The King’s Award for Voluntary Service showcases the continued range and significance of voluntary service carried out every day across the nation.
