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Work underway at The Mount at Over The Wall Camp

Borough Wide

Historic windows restored at former Ockbrook School as children’s charity preserves heritage for future generations

UK children’s charity Over The Wall Camp has been bringing together the past and the future as it transforms the former Ockbrook School in Derbyshire ready to welcome children with serious illnesses and disabilities. Work is well underway to create bespoke, wheelchair-accessible accommodation and activity spaces in the Mount, the former nursery and junior school building. Most recently, the development has included replacing all the windows with replica designs based on those seen on the original building, which dates back […]

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Maria Hanson MBE with Mr David Coleman QPM DL and Lieutenant Colonel David Dawber TL DL.

Derbyshire

Derbyshire charity ‘fairy godmother’ founder receives prestigious King’s Award

A Derbyshire charity which helps families facing short and uncertain futures to make memories received the King’s Award for Voluntary Service at a special event surrounded by 90 guests. Melbourne-based me&dee, set up by Maria Hanson MBE, was presented with the award on Thursday by Mr David Coleman QPM DL and Lieutenant Colonel David Dawber TL DL on behalf of his Majesty the King. The ceremony, at The Central Co-op County Ground, in Derby, was attended by civic dignitaries, including […]

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Joe Williamson (Credit: Poppy PR)

Nottingham

Leading with heart brings regional recognition for Nottingham charity CEO

The CEO of Nottingham children’s charity, When You Wish Upon A Star, has been recognised as one of the region’s leading figures. Joe Williamson has been named in the Midlands’ Most Influential CEO Awards 2026, despite only taking the reins in June last year. The Most Influential CEO Awards celebrate exceptional leadership, spotlighting chief executives who are driving change, fostering innovation and making a lasting impact on their organisations and sectors. Winners are chosen based on their influence, strategic direction […]

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