LISTEN: Robert Bagley talks about being awarded an MBE for his services to disadvantaged children and the community in Canterbury
Dec 29, 2017, 10:31 PM
A man who dedicates his life to helping disadvantaged children has been awarded an MBE in the New Year's Honours List.
Robert Bagley grew up in the former mining village of Elvington during the strike of 1984 and now works tirelessly to provide opportunities for local youngsters.
For the last 32 years he has been a fundraiser for Eythorne Rovers Youth Football and Activity Club.,
He regularly hosts quiz nights, events, helps with the annual football tournament and has raised around £35,000.