TRIBUTES have been paid to a Bolton man who has helped to improve community relations throughout Lancashire.
Mohammed Atcha, a Lancashire County Council employee who worked on secondment with the Preston Racial Equality Council, died suddenly at his home in Bolton on Monday.
He joined the Preston Racial Equality Council in 1982 and worked tirelessly to help improve community relations throughout Lancashire.
He was born and brought up in Bolton and was a long time supporter of Bolton Wanderers. Mohammed leaves a wife and three daughters.
Gulab Singh MBE, chairman of the Preston Racial Equality Council, said: "Mohammed was trustworthy, loyal and a true public servant. He served all communities with vigour and enthusiasm."
Lancashire County Councillor Vali Patel said: "It was with great sadness that I learned of the news of Mohammed's untimely death. He worked to make our local communities better places, and I am sure many people throughout Lancashire share our sorrow at this time."
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