BARNSLEY South MP Stephanie Peacock joined South Yorkshire Mayor Oliver Coppard recently paid tribute to local athletes who took part in the Olympics, Paralympics and Special Olympics.

The event took place at the Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park, the training ground for athletes whose sporting accomplishments at Paris 2024 were celebrated.

Ms Peacock said: “As a South Yorkshire MP representing Barnsley South, I know the region has a brilliant sporting history, producing an incredible number of athletes.

"The 18 medals won at the Paris 2024 Olympics and Paralympics by athletes born, living in, or training in South Yorkshire is testament to the great work being done across the region.”