YOUTH workers have been given awards by a top England rugby star.

Five people from Youth Aid Lewisham in Brownhill Road, Catford, were given their prizes by James Haskell at a ceremony in London.

The organisation provides an advice and information for young people throughout the borough.

Achievement Awards were given by the Jack Petchey Foundation, which provides grants for young people.

Four youth workers received a medallion, framed certificate and a cheque for £300 for Youth Aid.

And senior youth leader Maria Dalrymple was given £1,000 and a Leader’s Award.

Mr Haskell, a Wasps and England flanker, said: "I would say to all of the young award winners that if you want to pursue your dreams then do it inch by inch and day by day.

“Focus on what you can do tomorrow to become better at whatever it is you do.”