BOLTON'S Young Citizen of the Year has been nominated to go to the Queen's Gold Jubilee Garden Party.

Rachel West won the title for her extensive voluntary work which includes counselling bullied youngsters and helping at Zac's youth bar in Farnworth.

Sixth form pupil Rachel also helps children with disabilities at her school and volunteers at a local Beavers group.

The Bolton branch of the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme has nominated her to be among ten young people aged 18-25 who will represent Greater Manchester at the celebrations at Buckingham Palace.

A decision will be announced by the Lord Lieutenant of Greater Manchester.