STREET wardens in Middlesbrough have earned themselves a badge of distinction.
The 72 members have achieved the Warden Quality Standard, a national award from the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister, for their high level of performance.
The service received a distinction when it was assessed for the award, which lasts for two years.
Councillor Barry Coppinger, Middlesbrough Council's executive member for community safety and leisure, said: "They assist in around 1,000 incidents every month, and are an integral part of the community safety network.
"The letters of thanks they receive are ample proof of the support they have from the community.
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