Blesma News
Latest news from Blesma, The Limbless Veterans
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More BSOs means more support for Members
12 October 2017
The Association is changing. To make sure Members continue to get as much support as possible a brand new Area – West – has been created, bringing the number of Areas to nine. The other eight have all reduced in size to ensure each BSO is responsible for as few Members as possible. “Following the Trustees’ decision to invest in the BSO team, the BSO Areas have been reviewed, and a number of boundary and Area changes made as the size of the areas is reduced,” explains Heather Nicholson, Director of Membership Services. “Reducing the size of Areas will enable BSOs to spend more
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The Association’s top photographers find paradise in Iceland’s rugged landscapes
11 October 2017
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Invictus Games 2017
4 October 2017
The third Invictus Games was held during the final week of September in Toronto, Canada. Team UK, which was captained by a Blesma Member, heralded the event as the most successful and enjoyable yet. “The Games were run outstandingly well,” said Team UK captain Bernie Broad, a former Major with the Grenadier Guards, who lost both his legs below the knee in 2009. “Even the police gave us escorts to make sure we were on time! The organisers rose to the challenge, and so did our squad.” Bernie stresses that while the Brits won an impressive 87 medals (2
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Canary Wharf Collection - 11th October
22 September 2017
After incredibly successful collections this year at TFL stations across the capital, we are bringing out our buckets once again! When and where? Canary Wharf Underground on Wednesday 11th October. What time? We will be collecting from 07:00 until 20:00. To volunteer for a 2 or 3 hour shift (or longer if you like!) please let us know! Have any questions? Plea
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