The Voice of Spalding and South Holland
A group of volunteers who take to the town centre on Friday and Saturday nights is looking for volunteers.
The Spalding Street Pastors are from local churches and they help vulnerable people.
Offering blankets, bottled water and flip-flops for the footsore, the group keeps an eye on those who may be out enjoying themselves.
The street pastors are also first aid trained and can help with minor injuries or illness and they also pick-up bottles and clear broken glass to keep people safe.
South Holland District Council member Anthony Casson, portfolio holder for public protection, recently accompanied the pastors on patrol, along with councillors Angela Harrison and Tracey Carter.
“Seeing the Street Pastors was inspiring, they are extremely valued by people in the town and those who work in the night time economy.
“They provide a reassuring presence well into the early hours and it was notable to see people coming up to them and thanking them for making them feel safer,” he said.
Marion Sandhu, co-ordinator of the pastors, said: “We are looking for people aged 18 and over who are church members, who would consider volunteering with us. We will ensure you are fully trained and offer you a unique and beneficial experience as being a Street Pastor is very rewarding.
“The people of Spalding seem to appreciate the work of the Street Pastors and always speak very positively of us.”
For more information email spalding@streetpastors.org.uk or see the website https://streetpastors.org/locations/spalding
