• Thu. Mar 28th, 2024

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Young people receive Duke of Edinburgh Awards

THE Mayor of Redcar & Cleveland, Cllr Karen King, was on hand to help celebrate the Duke of Edinburgh Award successes of the borough’s young people.

The Youth & Community DofE Presentation was held at Freebrough Academy, the awards evening honoured over 300 young people, who were awarded Bronze, Silver and Gold Certificates.

All of the young people completed volunteering activities, physical and skills sections plus overnight expeditions. At Gold level, a residential was completed as well.

The evening saw the Mayor joined by up-and-coming Saltburn cyclist Rebecca Durrell – who won the final round of last year’s British Tour Series – to hand out the awards to 334 people who gained important life skills and developed new talents.

As well as the awards being handed out, there were a number of musical breaks from talented musicians including brass instrument player Robert Woodrow, saxophonist Rebecca Aspin, pianist Kevin Cen and Singer Aura Mitchell who showcased their own skills to the audience.

Cllr King said: “It was great to be able to honour all the young people who gave up their own free time to improve themselves and help the wider community. I also want to pass on my thanks to all the Unit Leaders and volunteers who work tirelessly to help everyone taking part in the Duke of Edinburgh Awards to achieve their goals. Without them giving up their own time, a lot of this success wouldn’t have been possible.”

Anyone wanting any information regarding the Duke of Edinburgh’s award please contact elaine.buckby@redcar-cleveland.gov.uk

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