I am writing with sincere congratulations to the staff and volunteers at Lodge Hill in Pulborough, which recently received £50,000 from the Big Lottery Fund.

This award was the result of a vote on Meridian TV and I am delighted with the outcome.

Many children, and indeed students of all ages, use Lodge Hill for furthering their learning and this money will make a major difference to this already excellent facility.

My most heart-felt congratulations to those who put all their effort into making Lodge Hill the deserving beneficiary of this award.

-Councillor Tony Squires, Arun District Council