Jerry Roodhouse awarded Freeman of Warwickshire

On Tuesday October 14th October all the political groups on Warwickshire County Council have united to give Jerry Roodhouse a rare award which has not been done for over 20 years. 

Recommendation That Council confer the title of Honorary Freeman of the County of Warwickshire on Jeremy Mark Roodhouse (more commonly known as Councillor Jerry Roodhouse) in recognition of his long and distinguished public service. Full report here 

Personal Statement for the Freemanship of Warwickshire, Jerry Roodhouse

I am honoured and humbled to be awarded the Freemanship of Warwickshire. Though I cannot be with you in person today, please know how much this recognition means to me.

Although my roots are in Yorkshire, Warwickshire and Rugby is my home. Warwickshire’s history, its landscapes, and above all its people have shaped my life in ways I will never forget. To be recognised in this way by the place and community I hold so dear is so deeply moving.

The guiding principles have always followed are,

• To represent the people and that elected me to the position of Councillor, to be their community champion.
• Fight against inequality, supporting individuals of all ages.
• Fight for fairness and support for Individuals.

“This honour is not something I could ever have achieved alone. It reflects the support, encouragement, and kindness I’ve received over the years from my family and especially my wife Sue along with friends, colleagues, including Officers of the County Council and the Eastlands & Paddox community in Rugby. To all of you, I owe a debt of gratitude.

Thank you for bestowing this rare and special honour upon me. I will treasure it always.”

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