Conservative Mayor to Give Out 250 Christmas Hampers

Cllr John Garner – Mayor of Tamworth 2013/14

Traditional Christmas hampers will be given out by the Mayor of Tamworth to spread some festive cheer.

The Mayor will be distributing 250 hampers to elderly and disabled residents in Tamworth this year, and is now asking for nominations.

Age UK, local church groups and ex-service groups will be helping to deliver the hampers filled with traditional Christmas favourites.  The Mayor will also personally deliver as many as he can.

Cllr John Garner, Mayor of Tamworth and Conservative ward councillor for Amington, said, “While we are looking forward to Christmas and spending time with loved ones, I want to make sure we give a thought to those who may not have friends and family to spend the festive period with.

“This time of year should bring people together and remind them that they are not alone.  If anyone knows of someone who would like to receive a hamper, please get in touch.”

To nominate someone to receive a hamper, please contact Democratic Services on 01827 709265, or write to Lin Street, Democratic Services, Marmion House, Tamworth, B79 7BZ.  The closing date for entries is Monday December 2.

Hampers will be allocated on a first come, first served basis and anyone nominated must live in the borough of Tamworth and delivery will start in the week beginning Monday December 9.