A TOWN mayor has been joining in a scheme in which military veterans help the over-50s get active.

Active Plus, a group offering help and advice, held the first session of its second six-week course at Passmore Edwards Court in Liskeard.

The course is run by veterans Mark Thomas, Mychal Larger and Gary Baker.

Several of the residents who live at Passmore Edwards Court enrolled in the first session and they were joined by mayor Christina Whitty and her consort, who took part in the activities.

Recently, Cllr Whitty presented certificates to those who had completed the first course at the Liskerrett Centre.

Active Plus Communities is for people over 50 and is aimed at building confidence and learning new skills as well as having fun. After the six-week course, the groups continue to meet for one year and are supported by a mentor.

Anyone wishing to enrol or to find out more should contact Tim Cocks on 01326 567174 or email tcocks@ activeplus.org.uk