A scout leader from Wooburn has been recognised for 41 years of voluntary service.

Jon Dalton, who is the leader from 1st Wooburn Scout Group has been given a British Citizen Award, with the volunteer scheduled to receive his honour at a ceremony at the Palace of Westminster in January next year.

Mr Dalton first took on the role in 1978 and has since helped hundreds of young people learn numerous skills both in and outside of Scouts.

The volunteer has also been involved in the maintenance of the Scout HQ, where he built a staircase, whilst creating a veranda and decking area for children with special needs.

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He has also been involved with the Wooburn Fete where he has helped with site planning and running games to help raise money for the Scout Group.

The Wooburn resident has also had a huge involvement in the Remembrance Service in the village, where it was his idea to have a cross implement for each of the 146 soldiers who died in the First and Second World Wars.

Les Healey, who nominated Jon said: “Jon is dedicated to Wooburn Scout Group and the community.

“He does things without being asked and we can always rely on him to take equipment to camp or to help hang up wet tents.

“He does so much to help everyone in Wooburn, whether it is with Scouts, the fete or the Remembrance crosses.

“I’m absolutely delighted for Jon that his involvement in Scouting has been recognised.”

Jon then added: “I was totally surprised and was in shock.

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“I was very honoured and humbled.”

And when asked about why he volunteered for Scouting, Jon said: “It’s payback!

Cubs, Scouts and Venture Scouts provided me with so many opportunities including trips to Greece and Corsica.”

“Scouting made me the person I am. I want to give young people similar opportunities that I had.”

For more information about the Scouts, visit www.bucks-scouts.org.uk.