The outgoing chairman of Nottinghamshire County Council presented a cheque to the Royal British Legion to complete her year in office.

Coun Sybil Fielding raised £5,512.04 for her chosen charity for the year

The money was raised through fundraising initiatives and events throughout her year in office, including the Civic Service, a Christmas tree recycling scheme, an afternoon tea event at Hodstock Priory, prize draws, a bake-off and collection boxes.

Receiving the cheque, Cpl Andy Harrison, County Poppy Appeal co-ordinator, said: “The money raised is a fantastic amount, which will make a real difference to the lives of serving and ex-serving Forces personnel and their families in their time of need.”

The money will be used to support projects for serving and former Services personnel and their families across Nottinghamshire.

Coun Fielding said: “My year as chairman has taken me to every district in the county.
“I have been particularly humbled to meet many of the brilliant volunteers who work tirelessly across the county.

“Some of the many highlights of the last year have included attending the World Cerebal Palsy Games, the 20th anniversary of the National Holocaust Centre in Laxton, and sitting next to Chris Broad as his son and Nottinghamshire’s own, Stuart, decimated the Australian batting to win the Ashes at Trent Bridge.

“I am grateful to everyone who has supported my fundraising for the Royal British Legion, especially those 130 guests who joined us at Hodstock Priory for our afternoon tea event, raising £1,500.”

Coun Sybil Fielding is pictured presenting the cheque for £5,512.04 to Cpl Andy Harrison.