Newly minted ‘honorary alderwomen’ pay tribute to colleagues past and present

Former councillors Madeline Murray, of Great Lever and Elaine Sherrington of Tonge with the Haulgh were honoured at a full meeting of Bolton Council.

In a series of emotive speeches, Cllr Linda Thomas paid tribute to her friend and colleague Mrs Murray, in particular her work over many years working with Bolton’s children.

Cllr Thomas said: “Madeline was always connected to departments connected to people’s services…