A Wigan woman who has been making a difference for more than 60 years was hailed a 'community champion'
A Wigan woman has been recognised as a “community champion” for making a difference over several decades.
Aspull paid tribute to Jackie Ivory for her years of dedication, along with her husband Tom.
Jackie was recently honored for her outstanding service to the under-fives group at Aspull Library, which she has run for more than 15 years.
But she has also committed more than 60 years to St Elizabeth’s Church, is a tireless fund-raiser for Derian House children’s hospice and Wigan and Leigh Hospice, and is the driving force behind countless events at the library
Tom has stood alongside Jackie in supporting community life, always ready to lend a hand and make a difference.
Speaking on behalf of Aspull ward councillors, Coun Chris Ready said: "Jackie is everything you would want in a community champion – someone who always puts others first and isn’t afraid to challenge the establishment. We know that all too well: if Jackie says something needs doing, it gets done!"