A cat that lives at a train station in the West Midlands has become so popular that it has its own marker on Google Maps and even its own merchandise.
George the cat first appeared at Stourbridge Junction in 2017 and was adopted by staff when his owner emigrated to Spain.
The 10-year-old cat has become a real celebrity thanks to his social media accounts and has fans visiting him from as far away as the US, Canada and Asia.
He has now been nominated for the “Make a Difference Award” by BBC Radio WM.
George and the other finalists will find out if they have won at a ceremony at the Birmingham Hippodrome on Monday 9 September.
George’s official role is that of Chief Mouser, but his influence is far greater than his title suggests.
He helps spread positivity with encouraging messages posted on his social media pages.
A percentage of the profits from the sale of his merchandise are donated to local charities and many of his treats are given to cats in need.
In 2021, George’s army of social media followers helped Stourbridge Junction win the World Cup of Stations Award, presented by the Rail Delivery Group.
Last year he was actively involved in the campaign to save the ticket sales outlets.
George is the latest in a long tradition of station cats.
Supervisor Ian Tomlinson said there was another one at Stourbridge Junction many years ago, as well as at Smethwick West, Langley and Rowley Regis.
They were traditionally used to keep vermin at bay.
George currently lives at the station, but when Mr Tomlinson retires he will move in with him.