A 16-year-old who cares for her mum living with lung disease has been celebrated at this year’s BBC Lancashire’s Make a Difference Award.
Romi Taylor, from Blackburn, was recognised with The Carer Award as she has continued with her college education and whilst looking after her mum Jackie who suffers from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
The BBC Radio Lancashire Make a Difference Awards aim to recognise unsung heroes from across the county and reflect on their amazing achievements and support those providing vital charity work.
Eight winners were announced at the annual ceremony which took place at Blackpool Tower on Saturday (September 21).
BBC Radio Lancashire’s Breakfast Show presenter, Graham Liver, who hosted the awards said: “I’m so pleased that we’ve been able to bring the event to such an iconic venue.
“Our finalists represent the best of Lancashire and it’s our privilege to be able to give them some of the recognition they deserve and shine a light on their hard work.”
The BBC’s Controller of Local Audio Commissioning, Chris Burns, said: “The Make a Difference Awards celebrate the good things that happen with our communities and it’s great to see that every year we see more and more nominations.
“The award ceremonies for me are a humbling experience and I feel privileged that we get to shine a light on these stories and give our listeners a chance to celebrate the unsung heroes where they live.”
Pendle-based Kate Bailey collected The Volunteer Award for her work helping thousands of disabled children and adults by volunteering at Pendle Riding for the Disabled Association.
The team was presented with the Community Project of the Year Award, given to a scheme that has genuinely changed the lives of people living there.
They were praised for their work which was said to have transformed young lives through social action.
Full list of winners
The Carer Award – Romi Taylor (Blackburn-with-Darwen)
The Volunteer Award – Kate Bailey (Pendle)
The Community Award – Whitefield Youth Association (Pendle)
The Animal Award – Lancaster and Morecambe Cat Rescue (Lancaster)
The Great Neighbour Award – Charlotte Hartley (Lancaster)
The Green Award – Guardians of Nature (South Ribble)
The Fundraiser Award – Karen Sutton Taylor (South Ribble)
The Bravery Award – Evie Hobson (Wyre)
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