29 Oct

Coronation Street star’s play raises money to tackle veteran suicide

A one-woman show written by Coronation Street and Downton Abbey actor Christine Mackie has focused the spotlight on the issue of veteran suicide, wowed critics and helped raise money for […]

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21 Oct

Running the Royal Parks Half in support of veterans

The eleventh Royal Parks Half Marathon took place earlier this month across four of London’s beautiful Royal Parks. The race is presented by the Royal Bank of Canada, sponsored by […]

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14 Oct

A sweet surprise for veterans’ charity

Following a challenging three-week crowd funding campaign and a show-stopping Bake Off, FirstLight Trust has earned a permanent position on the GlobalGiving platform. Almost £3,000 across the charity was raised […]

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3 Oct

Going extreme on Exmoor to help veterans

Extreme challenge competitors from across the globe take on a gruelling Exmoor race later this month to help ex-service men and women of the military and emergency services. Soldier 30:30 […]

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24 Sep

Feature film ‘Tomorrow’ puts PTSD and veterans in the spotlight

A star-studded feature film about a veteran injured in Afghanistan hits cinemas this Friday. Stephen Fry and Joss Stone are among the cast of Tomorrow which explores how friendship, love […]

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9 Sep

Baking up a storm to help homeless veterans

Budding young playwrights and actors from Southend Adult Community College recently staged a play to highlight the need to support veterans after they leave the military.

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28 Aug

Student play raises awareness of the plight of veterans

Budding young playwrights and actors from Southend Adult Community College recently staged a play to highlight the need to support veterans after they leave the military.

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29 Jul

2019 Hizzy Memorial Run to help veterans in need

The 2019 Hizzy Memorial Run honouring Hawick-born superbike champion will raise funds for veterans struggling with civilian life.

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16 Jul

New Hereford veterans hub is full of (Sean) beans

Hereford residents can now help a veteran by enjoying a cuppa. Sharpe’s coffee bar offers a welcoming spot for the public and Hereford veterans alike.

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25 Jun

Former paratrooper takes on Armed Forces Day Challenge

A Denholm-based army veteran is on a mission to help those who served in the armed forces and emergency services get back on their feet by raising £2,000 in a gruelling 15 mile run.

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6 Jun

National Lottery windfall to transform lives of Scarborough veterans

A charity helping former members of the armed forces and emergency services get back on their feet has just been awarded £350,000 by The National Lottery Community Fund. This organisation […]

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30 May

Royal to visit Lancaster veterans

Excitement is mounting for one Lancaster charity in anticipation of a special visit to its veterans’ hub in June. On 5 June His Royal Highness The Duke of Kent will […]

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