Wigan youngster receives salute from Pride of Britain

Six-year-old Erica Parkinson is a devoted young carer for her sister Evana, five, who has a rare chromosome disorder.

But she is also committed to helping other people, regularly taking on projects to make a difference or raise money for good causes.

Now, the youngster’s efforts have been recognised by the Pride of Britain Awards, which posted a tweet about Erica.

It said: “Erica is a young carer for her sister Evana who has a rare chromosome condition. During lockdown she has made sweet cones to cheer her neighbours up, donated chocolate to her doctors surgery and given food parcels to the NHS. What a fab big sister!”

Recognition from the organisation, which honours unsung heroes, was welcomed by Erica’s proud parents.

Mum Kayley had contacted Pride of Britain and brought her efforts to their attention.

Dad Scott Parkinson, who lives in Ince, said: “It does mean quite a lot that her work has been recognised. She is trying to do as much as she can in the current situation.”

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