Stephen Metcalfe, local MP for South Basildon and East Thurrock, stood alongside members of Pitsea British Legion on Friday to sell poppies for this year’s poppy appeal.
Each year in November, some 30,000 Legion volunteers take to the streets armed with poppies and collecting boxes to raise millions of pounds for the Poppy Appeal.
The money collected goes towards helping and supporting serving and ex-service men and women and their dependents.
Stephen, who recently made arrangements to save the Stanford-Le-Hope Remembrance Day Parade, has proved to be a great supporter of British Legions across his constituency.
He commented: “It was a great privilege to stand with members of the Pitsea British Legion selling poppies. The Legion provides an invaluable service to the men and women who have dedicated their lives in service to this country.”
“Wearing a poppy is but a small way of demonstrating our thanks to soldiers now, and throughout our history who have put themselves in great danger to ensure that we at home can live in freedom. For this we must forever be grateful. ”
“I would like to thank all of the volunteers who work tirelessly to raise funds and provide welfare support to those who need it and hope that this will continue for many years to come.”
The British Legion is always in need of more volunteers. If you are interested in helping, please get in touch with your local Legion to find out how you can contribute to the fantastic work of the organisation.
