Long-time volunteers have been honoured with a special award for more than 20 years of dedicated service supporting the armed forces community.
Mick and Caroline Mills received the Mayor’s Award from the Mayor of Rushmoor, Cllr Calum Stewart, at a surprise ceremony during a ‘100 days to go’ event marking the countdown to Armed Forces Day, which Aldershot will host this year.
The couple play a key role in the town’s armed forces life through the Aldershot Royal British Legion, where they organise coffee mornings, seasonal events and remembrance services.
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Cllr Stewart said: "It is my great pleasure to honour Caroline and Mick with this award.
"You give your time, energy and care across so many aspects of community life in Aldershot.
"You help people regain confidence, rebuild their lives, and feel part of something again."
Caroline and Mick also are instrumental in the town’s Poppy Appeal, coordinating volunteers, managing collections and support remembrance events including the Remembrance Sunday service and the military cemetery lighting ceremony.
A nominator said: "Caroline and Mick have helped so many people.
"They show real selflessness, kindness and compassion, and their civic pride shines through in everything they do."
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