A POSTMISTRESS from Enham who received a New Year’s Honour recognition for providing services to her Hampshire community with a British Empire Medal has thanked residents and customers for their support.
Leslie Francis the sub-postmaster for Enham Alamein Post Office was delighted to receive the recognition and said "it wouldn't be possible without all of the supportive members of the community".
Leslie and her husband, Tim, took on the village store and Post Office in Enham Alamein 18 years ago. They had moved from Shirley in Southampton to the close-knit village with many elderly residents and people with disabilities. Her daughter’s reaction was “you will love it there as you love to help people.”.
She said: "Since moving here it has been a pleasure to be a part of the community and help local businesses and charities. On average I work between 60 to 70 hours a week, but I do that because I'm dedicated and I love my job!
"Over the years, we have raised thousands of pounds for different charities and I am so proud of all the work we have achieved with the help of our amazing customers."
Throughout the covid pandemic, the Enham Alamein Post Office's workload doubled as they introduced doorstep deliveries to help those with disabilities.