Chesterfield Pubwatch has been named National Pubwatch of the Year at an event staged at the House of Lords.
Members of Chesterfield Pubwatch celebrate their award win
The award, judged by members of the National Pubwatch Committee, recognises the work of local Pubwatch schemes and their efforts to provide safe drinking environments for customers and staff. Dalston and Worthing Pubwatches were highly commended.
“We would like to thank National Pubwatch for recognising the many years of partnership with us,” said Roger Butler, chair pf Chesterfield Pubwatch.
“With help from them, the local police force, the borough council, and licensees, we are confident that Chesterfield is a safer place to socialise and enjoy the many facilities on offer.”
Industry stalwart Mike Clist was given an Award of Merit in recognition of his long service to the pub sector and his work with Best Bar None, BII, and the Licensed Trade Charity.
A Bravery and Meritorious Conduct Award, which recognises those whose actions have either saved life or minimised physical harm in the night-time economy, was also given out on the night. This went to Lindsey Wakeman, general manager at Stonegate Group pub The Registry, in Walsall. She protected a vulnerable female customer and assisted in the apprehension of an alleged offender.
National Pubwatch chairman Steve Baker OBE said: “It has been an honour to celebrate the winners and finalists at this awards event in the House of Lords.
“The National Pubwatch Award is so important in recognising the hard work of local pubwatches, their members and individuals. They are working on the ground to ensure that we have a safe pub and licensed trade for customers and staff. Mike Clist has been in the pub sector for many years and it was a privilege to recognise his hard work and professionalism.”
The awards are sponsored by JD Wetherspoon.
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