MEET the Fareham magnificent seven who have gone the extra mile for their community.

Fareham Borough Council has awarded its Citizens of Honour awards to seven residents aged between 10 and 90 for their outstanding dedication.

The seven received their awards from outgoing Fareham first citizen Connie Hockley at the town’s mayor making ceremony.

Outgoing mayor Connie Hockley presented the awards, said: “It is a privilege to have met these members of the community and listened to stories of their fantastic achievements. I am delighted to have presented them with their awards and hope these outstanding efforts continue to inspire others in the community.”

Residents were nominated under three categories which included Young Citizen of Honour (aged four to 11) for bravery, Young Citizen of Honour (aged 14 to 17) for unpaid voluntary and community work and Citizen of Honour (aged 18 and above) who have worked for the community over a long period of time.

Amber Warrington, 10, received her award for being an exceptional young carer for her mother who has suffered from ill health for the past three years.

Amber helps her mum with housework and looks after her younger sister.

While attending school Amber made a speech at the Young Carers Awareness Day.

Lucy Fairall, 10, received her award for raising more than £5,500 for Cancer Research UK after a friend’s mother died.

Olivia Lawrence, 12, received her award for designing a mini triathlon for Project at Enable Ability (PALS), a social group catering for young people with mild to moderate disabilities.

Kerry Snugs, 38, a serving police officer, was honoured for devoting her spare time to helping vulnerable members of the community through her popular Facebook page called Acts of Kindness.

Matthew Swann, 25, who is partially sighted, won his award for founding the Fareham Musical Society’s Youth Theatre, which is attended by more than 40 children.

Gwen Adlam, 88, received her award after volunteering with Citizens Advice Fareham for more than 27 years.

Finally, 90-year-old Betty Wright was recognised for her long-standing support for the children’s hospice Naomi House and Jack’s Place.