A Cumberland Council Enforcement Officer has won the Excellence in Enforcement Award at the Keep Britain Tidy local authority Network Awards 2024.
Gary Banks, Enforcement Officer for Cumberland Council discovered he had won the Excellence in Enforcement Award at the charity’s annual Network Conference and Awards held in York on Thursday 29 February. The Award recognises Gary Banks’, dedication, determination, passion, and drive to improve the beautiful place that is Cumberland. Continuously going above and beyond in tackling waste crime, empowering communities and being a friendly face on the streets.
The Keep Britain Tidy Network Conference and Awards is dedicated to recognising and promoting excellence in local environmental initiatives and brings together more than 150 influential decision-makers from local authorities across England.
Cumberland Councillor Denise Rollo, Executive Member for Sustainable, Resilient and Connected Places, said:
“What wonderful news for Gary and the entire team! Their dedication and hard work in preserving the beauty of Cumberland are truly commendable. This achievement is a testament to Gary's dedication and work ethic, and we couldn't be prouder."
Out of the around a hundred entries the environmental charity receives each year, just three local authorities are shortlisted in each category, so the competition is tough.
Keep Britain Tidy Chief Executive Allison Ogden-Newton OBE said:
“Our Network Awards celebrate the most innovative campaigns and solutions developed by local authorities to tackle issues like litter, fly-tipping and dog fouling, often with the communities they serve.
“Our hope is that these fantastic initiatives will inspire others across the country to do the same.”