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A great moment from today's civic reception for @WolvesWomen

I was delighted to welcome @WolvesWomen to a civic reception today to celebrate their promotion to WSL2 which means the team will be turning professional for the first time in their 51 year history. Wolverhampton is proud of you 👏

It was moving to hear how Leon’s memory continues to inspire fundraising and awareness for such an important cause. Thank you to Councillor Leigh New for organising today’s presentation and to everyone involved in supporting CALM and helping to raise awareness.

A fitting coincidence that during Mental Health Awareness Week, I was able to welcome Patrick Barrett, along with Leon’s family and friends, to the parlour for a special presentation in support of CALM - the men’s mental health charity working to prevent suicide.

Thank you to everyone involved for the warm welcome and hospitality throughout the evening. It was a pleasure to attend and learn more about the continued work taking place at RAF Cosford.

Last evening I attended the RAF Cosford Annual Formal Reception at Royal Air Force Cosford. The evening brought together guests and members of the community to showcase the important work and displays from RAF Cosford, alongside a sunset ceremony accompanied by the marching band

Mayor’s Fest is a fantastic event bringing rock fans together from across the UK and beyond in support of local good causes. And thank you to everyone who attended and bought tickets, your support really makes a difference.

Honoured to have received a cheque for £5,020 from the organisers of Mayor’s Fest charity rock festival, marking the 10th anniversary of Mayor’s Fest. Huge thanks to Doddy White and the team for their continued efforts. This amazing amount will go directly to my chosen charities

Thank you as well for the thoughtful gift - it was greatly appreciated. Bilston Town FC continues to play an important role in the local community and I wish the club every success for the future.

A pleasure to welcome representatives from Bilston Town FC to parlour. It was great to see everyone again following my recent visit to their match, and to hear more about the club’s future plans and ambitions moving forward.

As a former Mayoress herself, it was also lovely to hear and share memories of her time supporting the city. Thank you as well for the generous donation towards my Mayoral Charities - your kindness and continued support are truly appreciated.

Wonderful to welcome Elaine Hadley Howell from the Regenerated Teenagers Club to the parlour. Having visited the Regenerated Teenagers Club on several occasions throughout my mayoral year, it was great to meet again & reflect on the fantastic community spirit the group brings.

It was wonderful to see so many people coming together to support Compton Care, Acorns Children’s Hospice, SSAFA – the Armed Forces charity, and The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust Charity. Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed towards these important causes.

A fantastic evening at Genting Casino bringing together businesses, organisations and members of the community in support of my Mayoral Charities. My sincere thanks to John Cooper and the entire Genting team for organising such an enjoyable fundraising and networking event.

The Way Youth Zone provides a safe and supportive space for young people aged 8–25 during weekday evenings, while also welcoming families on Saturdays. Thank you for the warm welcome and for the important work you continue to do for young people and families in our city.

An insightful visit to The Way Youth Zone to learn more about the support and opportunities being provided for young people across Wolverhampton. Thank you to the young people and team, for providing such an informative tour of the facilities.

A sincere thank you to everyone involved in organising the service and ensuring that the memory of those lost is never forgotten.

I had the honour of attending the Katyn Memorial Service at Cannock Chase. It was a deeply moving and respectful ceremony remembering the victims of this tragic chapter in history. I was honoured to lay a wreath in their memory and pay my respects.

It was encouraging to hear more about the free out-of-hours crisis mental health, emotional health and wellbeing support being provided for local people. Thank you to everyone involved for the warm welcome.

Connecting communities and supporting wellbeing at the Mental Health Awareness Week launch at The Hub. Thank you for the invitation to attend this networking event, bringing organisations together to mark the start of a week of support and partnership working across the city.