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By Cllr Helen Godwin COUNCILLOR FOR SOUTHMEAD
People power won the day when First Bus agreed to reinstate the number 76 to go as far as Henbury School. By Suzanne Daggar EDITOR Southmead’s beloved community couple Mr and Mrs Thornley were invited to the Lord Mayor’s house so that Ian could be presented with a medal for his long-standing service to the Southmead Community. Ian was one of the ‘Unsung Heroes’ across Bristol celebrated for their efforts to support those in need at the ceremony in the Mansion House on Thursday 22nd March. Medals were awarded to 21 people who have dedicated their time to charity fundraising, supporting the elderly and young people, promoting the city, supporting their community, and tackling issues such as the housing crisis, unemployment and inequality. Lord Mayor Cllr Lesley Alexander presented the awards and said: “It is
Earlier this year, as part of a review of inspiring to hear about the good work services in North Bristol, First Bus took the decision to start and terminate the that these selfless individuals have done to support people in need across 76 at Crow Lane. The impact on Southmead residents was immediate. the city. They are truly dedicated to helping others and their work provides Many of our young people go to an absolute lifeline to so many people. Henbury School and the changes meant This event is a way of celebrating that that children as young as 11 were having to walk across unused and saying thank you for everything wasteland to get to the bus stop, often they have done.” in the dark. The issue was causing real The Master of Ceremonies, Civic concern for parents, Affairs Officer Peter Watts, read: “With continued on page 2 . . . the support of his wife Irene, Ian dedicated many years of his life to serving the community of Southmead. For 30 years he was the Baptist Church pastor, regularly taking isolated residents to services, lunches and friendship clubs. Ian has held the posts of Chair of Southmead Neighbourhood Trust, Treasurer for the Southmead Festival, Trustee for the Southmead Neighbourhood Trust, and Chair for continued on page 3 . . .