Wirral Deputy Mayor visits RNLI New Brighton Open Day as new record set
Deputy Mayor of Wirral Councillor George Davies and Deputy Mayoress Cath Davies stopped by in support of the day and RNLI volunteers on 30 June 2019. The RNLI lifeboat station’s annual event reached a new record for funds raised, bringing in around £3,500.
After meeting with the RNLI lifeboat station’s volunteer crew, the deputy mayor gave a short speech thanking the volunteers for their commitment to the charity.
Deputy Mayor of Wirral Councillor George Davies said: ‘It’s a fantastic tribute to you that you are all volunteers. The work that you do is absolutely phenomenal and the people of Wirral very much appreciate it. Thank you very much indeed.’
The deputy mayor and deputy mayoress visited the RNLI stalls before boarding the newly refitted inshore lifeboat Charles Dibdin to hear more from volunteer crew about the vessel’s features and capabilities.
The annual family friendly day saw visitors of all ages take part in a variety of competitions, games and raffles. Homemade preserves and cakes, as well as RNLI souvenirs, Christmas cards and calendars proved popular once again.
Hurling soaking sponges at crew members was a highlight for many including Councillor Davies who entered into the spirit of the day by taking a shot at RNLI Crew Member Mark Daly.
RNLI Lifeboat Operations Manager Ian Thornton said: ‘We are delighted that the deputy mayor and deputy mayoress were able to support the day in person and take the time to speak with our volunteers.
‘It’s also been such a pleasure once again, to welcome members of the public into our lifeboat station. We couldn’t be more grateful to all the visitors and supporters who saw us to another record year of funds raised. This really does help our lifesaving charity continue in its efforts towards saving lives at sea. Thank you.’
All proceeds raised on the day go to the RNLI.
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