A DEDICATED Dingwall volunteer who has helped thousands of people overcome their troubles through her 26-year service with the Citizens' Advice Bureau has been awarded the MBE.

Joan Healey was presented with her MBE by Janet Bowen, Lord Lieutenant of Ross, Cromarty and Skye.

The MBE recognises her long service with the Citizens' Advice Bureau which started 26 years ago in Caithness.

Mrs Healey, who lives in Bayne Drive, Dingwall, currently volunteers at the Dingwall office where during her time as a general adviser she has helped thousands of people.

Her casework and dedication is described as being unparalleled and she takes various changes and demands within the service in her stride.

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