In a brief interview after accepting their award, Barna said she defines power as having the ability to make an impact.

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But much of what people deep in an organization think they have to do actually gets in the way of their ability to make an impact.

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Hughton's positive appraisal of the striker was echoed by Fulham boss Mark Hughes, who likewise believes Carroll has the ability to make an impact on the international stage.

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"With the economy the way that it is, I look around and I see my peers losing their jobs or scared for their jobs and it's really made me reflect on my last two years and how much I've enjoyed the ability to make an impact every single day, " she said.

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The authority said it expected the reforms to have an impact on many residents' ability to make ends meet.

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