Life in Salford 32 • March 2021 20
Winners of the awards Chosen by the public Citizen of the Year: Gemma Fish
That’s the Spirit of Salford The Spirit of Salford Community Awards 2021 This year's awards paid tribute to people and public services that made a difference in Salford during the pandemic. The winners were announced at a virtual ceremony hosted by City Mayor Paul Dennett and BBC presenter Emma Goswell. Famous Salfordians Peter Hook, Catherine Tyldesley and Stephen Lord joined the ceremony to thank all our Salford heroes for their amazing work and praise the outstanding efforts of the finalists. City Mayor Paul Dennett said "The awards celebrate the hard work and remarkable efforts of all the individuals and groups who keep our communities going. I want to thank all of you for your heroic work and wish you all the very best for the times ahead."
Gemma from Walkden is the driving force behind Walkden and Little Hulton Step Into Action, a voluntary support group which has helped vulnerable Salford residents during the pandemic. Gemma has delivered thousands of leaflets to identify people who needed help and has provided food parcels and welfare packs.
Community Group of the Year: Salford Loaves and Fishes Salford Loaves and Fishes is a charity that does tremendous work to help vulnerable people and reduce rough sleeping in Salford. During the pandemic they have distributed food parcels, clothing and other essential items and have provided vital space for rough sleepers to access NHS and support services.
Public Servant of the Year: Anthony Lord Anthony from Eccles is a dedicated youth worker who works for Salford City Council. He works tirelessly to keep vulnerable children safe. Throughout the pandemic Anthony arranged for food parcels and arts and crafts activities to be delivered to families in Salford.
The awards were organised by Salford City Council. TalkTalk, Ladybird Private Day Nurseries, Salford City College Group, Social7, The Landing, Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust and Salix Homes sponsored the event.
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