Hither Green Badger Sett-ing the standard

Hither Green Unit's Badger Sett has emerged victorious in this year’s Badger Awards, scooping two of the top prizes.

The annual competition is organised by St John Ambulance nationally and enables individuals and Setts to be put forward for particular praise.

Badger of the Year

Kyle Alexander was announced as this year’s winner of the Roy Follett Badger of the Year.

Kyle, who has cerebral palsy, has been a member of the organisation since he was five years old. He is a much liked member of the Sett who has been actively involved in the work of the unit. He has achieved all 15 of the subjects that Badgers attempt to conquer during their time in the programme.

Mark Squirrell, Assistant Commissioner Youth, said:

'Kyle is a genuine asset to his Sett and thoroughly deserved to win this national award. There are a number of very enthusiastic and energetic young people who form part of our Badger and Cadet contingent and I am proud of the role they play in their community.'

Caring Badger Setts Award

The Hither Green team also scooped the David Nobbs award for Caring Badger Setts.

'I am enormously proud of the Hither Green Badgers. They have worked really hard and thoroughly deserve this award.

'We are a thriving youth organisation within St John Ambulance – which many people still don’t know about – so it’s great when we can honour our members for the work they do and share with the community their accomplishments,' said Squirrell.