UNISON members ’ work on flood prevention and relief recognised

Two UNISON members have had their vital work protecting the country from floods – and helping communities deal with them when they do happen – recognised in the New Year Honours. Carol Holt and Peter Spencer work for the Environment Agency – and each received an MBE in the awards announced at the weekend. But both praised the colleagues and teams they work with. Carol, who is based in north west England, is deputy director for flood incident management and has worked for the agency since 1991. Responding to the award, she told the agency: “It’s great to be part of a team delivering public services that matter to people’s lives and to work with colleagues who care. “I have been privileged to be part of teams delivering environmental improvements all my career – from my early days working on river rehabilitation projects in East Lancashire and Merseyside to, more recently, how we prepare for, respond to and recover from major flood incidents. “So, what I enjoy is working with fantastic people who are doing great things that make a lasting difference.” Supporting our members: Find out more about UNISON’s water, environment and transport service group Flood hydrologist Peter, also from the North West, advises the agency on forecasting floods and modelling their impact. He has worked in the sector since 1974. He declared himself “humbled” to receive the honour, out of “the many people in the organisation. “It reflects on the importance of the Environ...
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