Milner Whiteman has been appointed an Honorary Freeman of Much Wenlock in recognition of his outstanding service to the town and community of Much Wenlock.
Milner served as a local Councillor for over 50 years, standing down from the Town Council in May of this year. Â He first become a Councillor for the old Borough of Wenlock in 1965 and represented Much Wenlock on various councils continuously from 1970 to 2021. Â He was Mayor of Much Wenlock four times, in 1974, 1981, 1996 and 2013. Â In 2001 Milner was awarded an OBE for Services to Local Government.
The community owes Milner a huge debt of gratitude and the honour was richly deserved.
Milner was presented with a framed Freedom of the Town scroll by the Mayor, Councillor Daniel Thomas, on 3rd July at the launch of the book “Wenlock’s Covid Chronicles”. Â Milner was also a contributor to the book.
Milner is pictured with the Mayor and Mayoress and members of his family.
Photo courtesy of Linda West
