Co-op stalwart Richard wins award for his work (From Worcester News)

Co-op stalwart Richard wins award for his work

3:30pm Monday 31st January 2011 in Local

A COUNCILLOR has been recognised for the way he has promoted co-operative values and principles in everyday life and his work.

West Midlands-based co-operative organisation the Robert Owen Group presented a Co-operative award to Councillor Richard Udall.

Coun Udall is a Labour and Co-operative Party member who represents Worcester’s St John ward on Worcestershire County Council.

Chris Morgan, president of the Robert Owen Group, presented the award at the group’s January meeting. He said: “It is an honour to be able to recognise the dedication Richard Udall has shown to the co-operative movement.

“Richard is a strong community person and he has helped numerous local groups, including a co-operative community garden, help for flood victims and he has helped with a range of activities for young people.”

The Robert Owen Group gives out awards every year to recognise the hard work put in by other co-operators in promoting co-operative values which include democracy, equality, honesty, social responsibility and caring for others.