Telford College policing student Sophie-Louise Weaver represented local MP Shaun Davies at a local Remembrance Sunday service, laying a wreath at Holy Trinity Church in Wrockwardine Wood on his behalf.

Sophie-Louise is currently in the second year of a policing course with the public uniformed services team at the college’s Wellington campus.

The course prepares people for a career in the police force, developing leadership skills, discipline and crime scene investigation abilities.

Learner manager Melanie Newbrook said: “A career in policing is an opportunity to make a real difference in local communities, and this was a perfect example of the professionalism, respect and sense of public service that we encourage all our students to develop.

“Representing the local MP at such an important community event was a tremendous honour, and Sophie-Louise carried out the role with great maturity and dignity.”

Her proud mum Clare added: “We were thrilled Sophie-Louise was given the opportunity to represent our local MP Shaun Davies and Telford College at the remembrance service.

“As a former police cadet and a current Telford College policing student she’s made us extremely proud. It was an honour and a privilege for her – and for us as a family.

“The occasion was especially moving since Wrockwardine Wood Holy Trinity has been our family parish for over 45 years.”