National Diversity Awards- Friday 26th September I didnt stay in London to attend these awards as I was returning home to go to the Pride of Birmingham Awards. With all the events that had been taking place this was the first time there was a clash of dates – I’m surprised it hadnt happened sooner. However, Chris attended and proudly collected the award (photo below) on behalf of Stephen. Here’s an extract from the press release for the Awards . Best of British Diversity Honoured at National Diversity Awards “Role models and charities were honoured nationwide at Fridays ceremony at The Hurlingham Club, London, and rewarding Britain’s most inspirational people for their fight against inequality. Over 21,000 nominations and votes were received this year paying tribute to those from under-represented backgrounds who have dedicated their lives to enhancing the equality agenda. Another highlight of the evening came when Stephen Sutton MBE was honoured with a Special Recognition Award, which was collected by his older brother Chris Sutton. There was not a dry eye in the house as guests were reminded of Stephens courageous efforts for raising over £4 million for the Teenage Cancer Trust.’ Pride of Birmingham Awards –Friday 26th September The quotes below are from David Brookes,Editor of the Birmingham Mail and summed up perfectly what the night was about – a celebration of all that is great in the West Midlands. The Birmingham Mail launched these awards as a way of saying thank you to individuals who do remarkable things . It was an opportunity to “bring them out of the shadows and into the limelight; and to recognise their achievements and inspire others.” “It’s fair to say that the people of Birmingham are,by nature, a modest lot.But there’s a particular group of individuals whose work, actions or courage is of such importance that their names should be known and their endeavors celebrated.” When the plans were drawn up for the Awards it became clear that Stephen could win every category, such was his courage, compassion and determination. He had made such a huge difference.As nominations flooded in, awards organisers agonised over which category to place him in. So a decision was made and the headline award was re-named in Stephen’s honour and this will continue for years to come. So in tribute to Stephen there is now the Stephen Sutton Pride of Birmingham Award which recognises those who have been inspirational. It was an honour to present this award, together with Jason Manford to nine year old Joshua Jackson. Joshua is fighting cancer for the second time but his determination has been inspirational and he has raised £27000 for Birmingham Children’s Hospital where he receives his treatment. Despite his illness Joshua is still full of smiles and wants to help others with his fundraising. Stephen would have been immensely proud having the premier award named in his honour and also that it was awarded to such a worthy winner. Conservative Party Conference - Sunday 28th September Then it was off to the Conservative Party conference for an early morning meeting on the Monday to do the same as I had at the Labour Party conference the week before.
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