The borough's mayors and council officer are back home after going on a mercy mission to help those in Ukraine. Cllr Andy Morgan, Mayor of Bolton, along with Mayors of Westhoughton and Blackrod Neil Maher and Derek Snowden, as well as David Hayes, the senior civic and mayor manager at Bolton Council delivered six emergency vehicles to Poland - to then be used in Ukraine's war with Russia. The convoy comprised four ambulances, as well as pickup trucks, and left Bolton on Sunday afternoon before arriving in Krakow, Poland, on Tuesday, March 11.
Read more: 'We could be killed at any moment': Soldier shares dangers from Ukraine front line Read more: Ukrainian drones shot down targeting Moscow says city’s mayor Read more: Glitz and glamour at one of Bolton's biggest social events of the year Cllr Morgan then flew back to the UK yesterday (March 12) in time for a full council meeting in the evening. He said: “We’re proud as Boltonians to do our bit for Ukraine. "As a veteran, I can relate to what they’re going through, and if we can help in any way, we will.
"This convoy of decommissioned ambulances, packed with vital supplies, is a small gesture, but it will make a real difference on the ground. "The support from the community has been incredible, and it’s been an honour to be part of this effort. We stand with Ukraine.
" The ambulances on a stopover (Image: Andy Morgan) On the delivery of the ambulances, Cllr Morgan said: "Thank you to the whole team, especially Neil and.
