KEIGHLEY Lions Club member Michael Boldero (pictured) will be the organisation’s next district governor.

He will take up the post this summer.

Mr Boldero is the first Keighley member appointed to the role.

He will oversee 50 clubs – together boasting a membership of 950 – and represent the district at national and international level.

“It’s a great honour for Michael and for our club,” said Keighley Lions spokesman David Ogden.

“We are delighted for him.”