Bench unveiled in memory of Cllr Solveig Stone

A BENCH has been unveiled as a tribute to Councillor Solveig Stone who died of cancer in July last year.

The unveiling of the memorial bench today (Mon) at King George Gardens, in Bury Street, Ruislip, was attended by her husband, Mervyn Stone, of Hawtrey Drive, Ruislip Manor, her grandson and members of Hillingdon Council.

The late Mrs Stone was first elected as a councillor in Hillingdon in 1998 for the West Ruislip ward and served as cabinet member for education, youth & leisure from May 2002 until May 2006.

She was also a member of the Education Committee and Ruislip/Northwood Planning Sub Committee, chairman of the Youth and Leisure Sub Committee and was Heritage, Culture and Arts Champion.

Councillor Ray Puddifoot, leader of the council, said: "Solveig Stone served Hillingdon Council and the residents of the borough with dedication and distinction over many years.

"She was a real character and truly a people's champion with the ability to mix both passion and compassion when representing the views of residents.

"The memorial bench is a way to provide a lasting memory, so that all the community can remember her."