Call for volunteer snow wardens this winter

Rotherham Borough Council wants tax-payers to de-ice footpaths and pedestrian areas, so professionals can concentrate on high-risk places like hospitals and care homes.

The call comes as part of the authority’s Love Where You Live campaign, which encourages residents to make a difference in their communities.

Volunteer snow wardens will receive full training, protective and high-vis clothing, a snow shovel and supplies of bagged rock salt.

Cllr Emma Hoddinott, cabinet member for waste, roads and community safety said: “We’d love to hear from anyone who wants to become a snow warden.

“You can apply online now and the council provide all the equipment and information you need.”

Visit www.rotherham.gov.uk/winter to find out more about becoming a volunteer snow warden.

Tweets from @RMBCPress, will keep residents informed about winter weather and works being carried out, using the hashtag #sygrit.

See www.rotherham.gov.uk/litterpick for more information on the Love Where You Live campaign.