Pride of new Rotherham Round Table chairman as he takes on top job

Ben Chico (left) is the new chairman of Rotherham Round Table, having taken over the role and its ceremonial chain from outgoing chairman Michael Upton.

Long-time former chairman Dr Subbannan Sukumar (picutred right) is the group’s new president, succeeding Richard Ogley.

Ben, who has been a member of Round Table since 2017, took on the top job at the annual general meeting at the Three Horseshoes, which also marked the last meeting as a member by long-serving ex-chairman Matthew Ridsdale.

Ben said: “Rotherham Round Table has been supporting our community since 1929 and I am proud to be the new chairman, alongside Dr Suku as president.”

The group, which is open to membership for to men aged 18 to 45, is best-known for its annual Santa sleigh runs around large areas of the borough alongside Rotherham Sitwell Rotary and Rotherham 41 Club.

Ben added: “Our members all volunteer to support our Santa sleigh, which raised over £10,000 last year for local causes.

“We also have fun as a group throughout the year and I would encourage anyone who would like to get involved and try something new to visit the Rotherham Round Table 24 Facebook page.”

Anyone can apply for a community grant but the money must be spent in Rotherham. Email [email protected] for an application form.