It’s always an honour to mention members who have been rewarded for their actions. Winchester member Marianne Wanstall was awarded the Order of Mercy on 28 July 2023 for 35 years of volunteering with the charity Across. The Order is awarded by the League of Mercy, a charity that seeks to encourage and recognise voluntary work within areas of care including the sick, disabled, young people at risk, the homeless, elderly and dying. 
Each year the Trustees of the League choose around 25 volunteers from a range of nominations made by charities and other recognised organisations; volunteers receive the Badge of the Order of Mercy (as shown in the attached photo). www.leagueofmercy.co.uk
Marianne said, ‘I was very honoured to receive this award; I have been volunteering for Across since the age of 18 and it has always been a joy and a privilege; I am especially grateful to the many fellow volunteers I have met along the way who have added to the experience.’
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