A HEREFORDSHIRE primary school has got a new lollipop lady after local businesses clubbed together to sponsor a crossing patrol service.

Amanda Wyatt stepped forward to patrol the road outside Eardisley Primary School, with her services now secured for the next two years.

Kelly Munford took action to recruit Mrs Wyatt after becoming concerned about her children's safety, and approached the parish council and local businesses to help.

The council and various businesses, namely Bizzie Lizzie's Nursery, Tech Trucks, New 2 You and Bayliss Haulage, clubbed together to raise funds for Mrs Wyatt's position.

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Ms Munford told the Hereford Times: "The high-traffic road near the primary school posed a risk for children, with the community outraged at how many cars failed to stop for parents with young children attempting to cross.

"With many attempts being made to make a difference with flashing speed signs installed, a zebra crossing and the children wearing hi-vis, it seemed nothing stopped many near-misses.

"Thanks to donations from the parish council and local businesses, funds were raised to support a crossing patrol for two years. Amanda Wyatt, a beloved community member, now has taken up the post and ensures children's safe passage to school, demonstrating the power of community collaboration."

Ms Munford says she is "bursting with pride" and thankful to the businesses and the council for coming together to fund this.

Headteacher Mrs Bridget Knight said in a recent school newsletter: "Thanks to the extraordinary energy and determination of Kelly Munford, and the support of our generous local businesses, we have our very own school crossing patrol! We will also be having a series of road safety workshops for every class during the autumn term, led by Julie Freeman from Herefordshire Council."