00:02A celebrated Wirral singer has received the borough's highest civic honour in recognition
00:07of decades of work and community impact. Charlie Lansborough was made an honorary
00:12freeman of the borough at a ceremony at Wallasey Town Hall. The honour was agreed by councillors
00:18in March. The country and folk artist who grew up in Birkenhead rose to wider fame in the 1990s
00:25with the song What Colour Is The Wind? Further critical and commercial success followed in the
00:30UK, Ireland and worldwide is Charlie Tewart extensively, playing at major venues. The
00:36mayor said his humility and connection to everyday life have inspired audiences and
00:40reflected the values of the community.
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