A POLICE officer's fight against drug misuse among Bury's youth has been rewarded.

As school's liaison officer, PC George Evans has trained 40 students and 20 teachers as part of a nationally-recognised scheme designed to educate the public on the dangers of drug and alcohol abuse.

In 1993, PC Evans, who has 21 years service, devised the Peer-Led Drugs and Alcohol Project, whereby four young pupils from each high school in Bury were trained to pass on information to their friends. The idea behind the scheme was that youngsters would listen to their peers when it came to warning about drug and alcohol misuse.

In recognition of his initiative and dedication, Greater Manchester's Chief Constable David Wilmot presented PC Evans, who lives in Bolton, with a Chief Constable's Commendation.

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