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Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal

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The Royal British Legion has initiated its annual Poppy Appeal, a fundraising campaign to support serving and former members of the armed forces and their families. Activities began with In Spain, the Royal British Legion Spain South scheduled events for October 17 in La Cala de Mijas, Spain, including a parade with veterans and scout groups, a commemoration service. service, and an evening launch party at the Oasis Centre. In the United Kingdom, the appeal has expanded through various regional launches. activities have expanded significantly. In Stratford, fundraising runs from October 22 to November 7, involving local businesses and groups like the Stratford Rotary Club; the area raised over £55,000 last year. In Swansea, the campaign commenced at Swansea Market with a ceremony involving the Lord Mayor and the creation of a garden of remembrance. Other regional efforts Scheduled follow-up events include planned fundraising collections a Cross of Peace ceremony on October 23, a garden opening on November 1, and a Festival of Remembrance on November 7, culminating in Stratford Remembrance Sunday services on November 8. In Burnham-On-Sea and volunteer-led Highbridge, donation drives collections at local supermarkets in Burnham-On-Sea are scheduled to run through November 7. Recent reports highlight the impact of the appeal on the charity’s mission to provide welfare services, such as dementia support and Highbridge. assistance for wounded personnel via the Battle Back Centre. Local successes include the Fleet, Crookham & District Branch, which reported raising a record £104,000, and Horsforth, which raised £27,800 last year.

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