'Young people' award for Royal Borough community warden

Royal Borough community warden Ben Page has been recognised by his peers at the recent South East Warden Achievement Awards.

Ben collected the award for his work with young people and for his major contribution to the success of Ascot youth club, Kotch. He worked alongside Ronnie Wilkie, director of Ascot Racecourse, and local young people to launch the club in summer 2008.

Ben has been a community warden for just over two years and during this time has forged excellent links with all members of the community, especially with young people.

Cllr Colin Rayner, lead member for highways and streetcare (which includes community safety), said: "I am tremendously proud of Ben's achievement. He is a true asset to the team and to the borough and I am glad he has received recognition from his peers.

"Two Royal Borough wardens were recognised at the same conference last year and I think this clearly demonstrates the calibre of the wardens we have in the borough. It isn't 'just a job' - they care about their job and they all go the extra mile.

Brian Martin, community safety co-ordinator, said: "Congratulations to Ben. It is always good to be recognised for making a difference, especially by one's peers.

"All the wardens do a great job - and this award reflects the high standards of our warden scheme. This is not only an award for Ben but also for everyone in the warden team."