A new question on the Armed Forces in the 2021 Census has been welcomed by Rushcliffe Borough Council, following a successful campaign led by The Royal British Legion and Poppyscotland and supported by the authority. The Government has announced that next year’s Census will now … [Read more...]
City announces plans to mark VE Day 75 celebrations in lockdown
Nottingham’s Council House will be illuminated red, white and blue to mark the 75thanniversary of Victory In Europe (VE) Day this week. The milestone on Friday (8 May) was to be celebrated with a number of planned events taking place across the city, but the current lockdown measures have forced … [Read more...]
‘Britain’s Bravest’ drink coasters to be sold in Morrisons Gamston from 9 September
Injured ex-servicemen at Royal British Legion Industries have joined forces with Morrisons to make and sell drink coasters - to raise crucial funds for Britain’s most vulnerable veterans. They are now on sale in Morrisons Gamston, with all profits going to support wounded, injured and sick … [Read more...]
Royal British Legion urgently needs members for their committee
By Jason Benskin The Beeston branch of the Royal British Legion is under the very real threat of closure unless they can urgently find at least four new members to serve on its already overstretched branch committee. The branch has been in operation in Beeston for in excess of 90 years, during … [Read more...]
Armed Forces support drop-in sessions now available in Rushcliffe
Current and former members of the Armed Forces and their families can now seek support at drop-in sessions in Rushcliffe in conjunction with the Royal British Legion. Every third Thursday of the month personnel can find out more information on practical help and advice through to how to connect … [Read more...]