Halesowen in Bloom and the King’s Award for Voluntary Service

That this House congratulates Halesowen in Bloom for receiving the King’s Award for Voluntary Service; celebrates the work of the group and their service to making Halesowen an attractive place to live, work and visit; applauds the dedication of the organisation’s committee which arranges horticultural, environmental and community enhancement in and around Halesowen town centre; thanks the shops, businesses and public for their generous donations; commends the volunteers, community groups, businesses and schools who undertake improvements; pays special tribute to Eve O’Connor - Chair, Hilary Bills - Secretary and Vicky Shakespeare - Manager of the BID; and applauds their contribution to the local community.