County project lends a hand to support local scout group

Alun Griffiths (LTD), Worcestershire County Council’s main contractor for the A38 project, has proven that they will always 'Be Prepared' to help others. £3,500 of time and materials has been invested in a much-needed community project, which will allow a local Scout group to thrive.

The County’s contractor helped revamp the area outside the 1st Bromsgrove Otters Scout hut, tackling the overgrown area to provide a much improved, usable space.

Councillor Alan Amos Cabinet Member with responsibility for Highways and Transport, at Worcestershire County Council said, “It’s brilliant to see one of our contractors teaming up to support the Bromsgrove Scouts.  We are aware that any construction work can cause some disruption, and this is a great way to say thank you to the community of Bromsgrove and build relationships’’.

Sam Pogson, who set the project up on behalf of Griffiths said, “We provided a team of operatives to help clear all the overgrown vegetation, taking up the old woven membrane and bark chippings and relaying new surfacing. The site has been transformed, creating a presentable and safe environment for the Scouts to carry out their activities on.

"Our commitment is all about giving back to the community and myself and the rest of the team have loved being a part of this project."

Over 60 Beavers, Cubs and Scouts use the facility for a range of adventure activities, and it is hoped that the improvements will allow the long established Scout Group to open its doors for an increased number of local youngsters and generate revenue for the group.

Group Scout Leader, Jim Weaver said, “The building has been used by the Scouts since the 1930s and the huge improvement to the outside space has given our Scout hut a new lease of life.

"The area is much tidier and gives a fantastic space for the Scouts to spend their time.’’

To keep up to date on the A38 BREP works, visit the Worcestershire County Council’s website.