Local champion Mrs Val Conway has been awarded a British Empire Medal and presented with the prestigious British Empire Medal (BEM) award at Taverners Court, Llandudno. The ceremony was attended by Val’s family, friends, and local dignitaries including Mr Henry (Harry) George Fetherstonhaugh OBE DL, Lord Lieutenant for County Clwyd; Janet Finch-Saunders MS; Cllr Harry Saville, Mayor of Llandudno; and Councillor Philip C. Evans J.P.
Val was nominated by Aberconwy Physically Handicapped and Able Bodied Club (PHAB), and supported my many in the community including the Member of the Welsh Parliament for Aberconwy.
Commenting after the presentation of the award, Janet said:
“I am delighted that so many of us were able to come together to celebrate the fact that Val’s invaluable contribution to society has been recognised in such a marvellous way.
“I have known Val for years, and have always admired her energy, enthusiasm, and dedication to raising money for people much less fortunate than ourselves.
“She has supported PHAB for over 35 years, helped a charity which provides support for spina bifida and hydrocephalus sufferers, and started the annual Susie Sunshine Walk along the Promenade.
“I cannot think of anybody more deserving and worthy to receive this medal”.
Local admiration has been further highlighted by Cllr Harry Saville, Mayor of Llandudno, who added:
“Val’s contribution to charitable causes locally is well known and I’m delighted that she has been recognised with a BEM. I have no hesitation in congratulating Val on behalf of Llandudno Town Council.”
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Mrs Val Conway, Mr Henry (Harry) George Fetherstonhaugh OBE DL, Lord Lieutenant for County Clwyd; Janet Finch-Saunders MS; Cllr Harry Saville, Mayor of Llandudno; and Councillor Philip C. Evans J.P
