A FORMER club president has been given an award for her four decades of service.

Harwich and Dovercourt Inner Wheel president Joan Rees, secretary Marion Reeves and member Dianne Ablett presented Betty Eagle with a specially framed Certificate of Thanks in recognition of more than 40 years loyal service and support to the club, as well as for her friendship to all it’s members.

Member Kath Felgate said: “Betty has been very active over the years, being past president, treasurer and chairman of international service. She cannot attend our meetings now due to her health, but is kept in touch via email and is always happy for her friends from Inner Wheel to visit her for a catch-up and cup of tea.”