DUDLEY Lions has chosen the Black Country First Responders as its charity of the year.

The volunteers are often first on the scene at emergencies and administer first aid before paramedics arrive.

Club president Sue Harris said: “We are pleased to give our support to this life saving organisation and hope the public will support us to help them."

The club is hoping the cash will come rolling in at its table top sale on Saturday (March 7) at the Upper Gornal Pensioners Club, in Kent Street.

Tables are still available for the event, which will run from 11am to 1pm, by calling Jenny Walters on 01902 672738.

Anyone purchasing a table is invited to set up from 9.30am.