Hundreds huddled in the rain to enjoy the Christmas lights switch-on in Prestwich.

Coronation Street star Samia Smith, who plays Maria Connor, turned on the sparkle at the Longfield Centre, before signing autographs for fans.

Bury’s deputy mayor, Coun John Byrne, and MP for Bury South, Ivan Lewis, were also in attendance, and even Father Christmas made a special stop to bring some festive cheer.



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They were awarded the accolade at the recent APSE (Association for Public Service Excellence) performance networks ceremony in Blackpool, by Samia Smith, who plays Maria Connor in Coronation Street



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