LYDNEY Paralympic gold medallist Andy Lewis has been invited to attend the Pride of Britain Awards 2016 on October 31.

The 33-year-old, who is still on a high since his first place podium finish in the Rio Games, was nominated by Paralympics GB to receive the Special Recognition Award.

Andy said: “I’m over the moon to be invited to attend the awards.”

The awards ceremony in London celebrates the achievements of truly remarkable people who make the world a better place. It will be aired on ITV1 on Tuesday, November 1.