THIS year’s Poppy Appeal in Warrington is starting early and the Mayor, Cllr Mike Biggin, is encouraging people to back it.
He said: “The annual Poppy Appeal helps over 100,000 ex-servicemen, women and their families each year through its welfare and benevolent schemes.
“I hope in the coming weeks and months that as many local people as possible will support this important cause and display a poppy on their lapel with pride and solidarity.”
This year the British Legion will be turning the public’s attention to the casualties of newer conflicts such as Afghanistan and Iraq as well as taking the time to remember the fallen in the two World Wars.
The legion is also asking for thousands of “poppy people” to volunteer and help with the campaign. Anyone interested should visit www.britishlegion.org.uk or call 0800 085 5324.
THIS year's Poppy Appeal in Warrington is starting early and the Mayor, Cllr Mike Biggin, is encouraging people to back it.
Poppy Appeal starting early
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Experienced journalist for more than 40 years. Managing Director of magazine publishing group with three in-house titles and on-line daily newspaper for Warrington. Experienced writer, photographer, PR consultant and media expert having written for local, regional and national newspapers. Specialties: PR, media, social networking, photographer, networking, advertising, sales, media crisis management. Chair of Warrington Healthwatch Director Warrington Chamber of Commerce Patron Tim Parry Johnathan Ball Foundation for Peace. Trustee Warrington Disability Partnership. Former Chairman of Warrington Town FC.
