M6toll Launches Drive for Charity partnership with Lichfield and Hatherton Canal Restoration Trust
M6toll is excited to announce the second of three 2-year strategic charity partnerships, with the Lichfield & Hatherton Canals Restoration Trust (LHCRT) as part of its Drive for Charity initiative, focusing on ‘Community and Culture.’
The Restoration Trust is entirely volunteer-led and is dedicated to restoring the historic 7-mile Lichfield Canal, which was completed in 1797 but was abandoned in 1954 due to the decline of the national inland waterways network. Their goal is to bring this significant waterway back to its former glory and recreate the gateway to the Birmingham Canal Navigations.
M6toll has a long-standing relationship with the Trust, as the Lichfield Canal Aqueduct spans the motorway, having been installed before the road opened to traffic in 2003. The aqueduct remains unconnected to the canal, as restoration continues.
This new 2-year partnership will focus on providing much-needed tools, equipment, and resources for personal and public safety to support the volunteer teams. As more sections of the canal are completed, the need for their maintenance increases. The funds will also support the Trust’s education programme with local communities, schools, and Scout groups on restoration and biodiversity projects.
The Trust now has an even greater emphasis on habitat improvements and making contributions to combating climate change through environmental management and recreating channel sections as open water.
Jo Seabright, Customer Experience and Marketing & Communications and Director at M6toll said “We are incredibly proud to partner with Lichfield & Hatherton Canals Restoration Trust. This collaboration reflects our commitment to supporting community and cultural initiatives that make a positive impact on our environment and local heritage. Our teams are eager to volunteer their time and get involved in these meaningful projects.” —
Bob Williams, LHCRT Finance and Funding Trustee added: ” We are delighted that M6toll is embarking on this partnership with us. Their support will provide vital resources to ensure the ongoing safety and efficiency of our dedicated volunteers as we continue to restore the Lichfield Canal, while supporting our work with local schools and youth groups.”
For further information regarding Drive for Charity please visit www.m6toll.co.uk/drive-for-charity
For further information regarding Lichfield & Hatherton Canal Restroration Trust, please visit LHCRT
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