* Foster carer Ellen Player was awarded an MBE in the New Year Honours list for her services to children and families across Essex. She has been a foster carer with Essex County Council for 42 years and has cared for over 200 children and young people.
* Foster carer Ellen Player was awarded an MBE in the New Year Honours list for her services to children and families across Essex. She has been a foster carer with Essex County Council for 42 years and has cared for over 200 children and young people.