MORE than £12,000 was raised for the Royal British Legion at a variety of events this summer to celebrate its 90th anniversary.

And on Monday a cheque was presented to the Legion by Hillingdon Council leader Ray Puddifoot.

The cheque, for £12,905, was handed to Russell Thompson, its Director of National Events and Funding.

Cllr Puddifoot said: "As a local authority, I am proud we have supported the Royal British Legion and helped to raise money to show our appreciation for the work that they do to support the whole armed forces family - serving, ex-service and their dependants."

Events included the Ruislip Lido Fun Day and Lido lap, a 27-mile library to library sponsored walk, street parties, tea dances and coffee mornings.