Tatton MP Esther McVey joined the Wilmslow Clean Team for their annual spring clean.
Esther donned a hi-vis jacket and rubber gloves as she set to work along Moor Lane and Gravel Lane, commenting: “It was a great time and lovely to see so many people out working together to keep our towns clean.”
Ms McVey said: “I was invited along by Sally Hoare and had the chance to meet some of the team members including Chris Manley who was leading the clean that day and Chris Evans, the Clean Team chairman.”
She added: “There are many opportunities for people to volunteer and if we all play our part and do a small amount it makes a huge difference.
“I love being out in the constituency meeting different people and events like these are great as I can do that but also play my part in keeping our area tidy.”
She got stuck in and chatted to volunteers while collecting various items of litter.
The Wilmslow Clean Team organises several clean-ups each month but during Easter week they dedicate a full five days to cleaning up the area.
The Clean Team is looking for new volunteers -the more people on board, the more they can do.
All equipment, insurance and training needed to get involved is provided. Volunteers can choose the sessions they attend, and are not expected to attend all cleaning events.
Ms McVey concluded: “We have wonderful people who want to keep our community clean.
“As well as those who join the twice monthly organised cleans, there are a number of residents who do ad-hoc cleans in their own street or look after specific areas of the town.
“We live in a wonderful community in a beautiful part of the country and it is lovely to see residents of all ages along with local businesses attend these events.”
For more information, visit: wilmslowcleanteam.org.uk
