UNDERGROUND staff were thanked for brightening up their station with an award on Monday.

Sucha Singh, Kathy Whaites and Paul Wilson have planted flowers at the entrance and platforms of Chigwell Tube station where they work.

Chigwell Parish Council chairwoman Christine Buttling presented the award and told the workers: “We all salute your efforts.

“Many commuters have commented on and admired the displays. We hope you have inspired others in the parish.”

The station has also been nominated for the London-wide Underground in Bloom award being run by Transport for London.

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