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“She is an amazing human being – a real role model in the community,” said the entry. Richard Evans’ mission to put up nesting boxes is helping wildlife in Wales and inspiring others to follow his example, both in the UK and across the world. Richard Evans Since 2009 he’s made thousands of wooden structures at his home in Pontypool in a bid to increase numbers of bird, hedgehogs, dormice and bats. Mr Evans works in association with conservation organisations and has also put up ...

“With the coronavirus pandemic raging through much of 2020, we knew we would receive some exceptional entries, but we’ve been astounded by some of the things we have learned about the people of Gwent,” he said. “It’s been a distressing year and it’s heartening to see how so many have rallied round to help others.” He also paid tribute to people who have given their time and energy over many years to help make Gwent a better place. “The city of Newport and our towns and v...