AN ANNUAL Vale Road Safety Awards event has seen those working on crossing patrols recognised for their work and contribution to safety.

Co-ordinators and volunteers of the Kerbcraft child pedestrian training scheme were also thanked during this year’s presentation at the council’s Dock offices.

School Crossing Patrol of the Year victor was Sandra Riggott who is a popular member of the Colcot Primary School community.

Ms Riggot often visits the school to speak to the children about road safety and about her job as a school crossing patrol officer.

Other award-winning school crossing patrol winners included Helen Wilkinson, who won the prize for Barry.

She has helped the Road Safety Team over the past year by temporarily covering another site at St Helen’s Junior School, on Tynewydd Road.

David Regan was the winner for Penarth, Sully and Dinas Powys and Alex Daw took the prize in

Llantwit Major.

A special award was presented to Megan Blayney on behalf of all the volunteers at Kerbcraft Child Pedestrian Training Scheme.

Vale Council cabinet member for building services, highways and transportation, councillor Peter King said: “The School Crossing Patrol Service and Kerbcraft Schemes were established in recognition of the need to keep children safe whilst out and about, on and near our busy roads.

“The success of any scheme relies upon the commitment and dedication of the individuals involved. Standing in the pouring rain and watching drivers, whilst teaching a child road safety and providing a safe crossing location, takes a very dedicated and enthusiastic individual.”