The Rutland Branch of the Royal British Legion has awarded the 'Alan Moutray Award' for 2023 to the Rev Brian McAvoy.

Given annually to a group or individual in recognition of their services to the Royal British Legion, the award was presented to the Rev McAvoy MBE by Royal British Legion chairman and local Councillor, Adam Lowe.

The Alan Moutray award is named after the former Rutland branch secretary of the Royal British Legion, who was an enthusiastic volunteer supporting the appeal over many years.

The Rev McAvoy, who is retired from the RAF, stood down this year from the Rutland branch of the Royal British Legion following the conclusion of this years' remembrance events weekend.

The Royal British Legion is at the heart of a national network that supports our Armed Forces community. 

A spokesperson for the charity said: "We're here through thick and thin – ensuring their unique contribution is never forgotten. We've been here since 1921 and we'll be here as long as they need us. 

"We are the country's largest Armed Forces charity, with 180,000 members, 110,000 volunteers and a network of partners and charities, helping us give support wherever and whenever it's needed."

There are 32 Royal British Legion Branches across Rutland and Leicestershire. For more information and to find out how to support your local branch, head to the Royal British Legion Leicestershire and Rutland website.