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From Dunmow to Dover, then off to Ypres!
11 March 2022
Blesma Member, ambassador and avid Fundraiser Jonathan Bell is back on his bike, and looking at a bigger challenge than ever! This September, Jonathan Bell will be joining Mike Dalton and his friends within the Dunmow Round Table in a massive undertaking. They will be cycling from Dunmow in Essex, to Ypres, via Dover. The Dunmow Round Table are great supporters of Blesma. The last time Mike and his group took on a challenge of this magnitude they were able to raise an unbelievable £60,000 for the charity. The event will last for two days, beginning on
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Apply now for Members Weekend 2022
7 March 2022
Members’ weekend is a yearly occasion which offers Blesma Members a chance to come together. It’s a chance to meet old friends and make some new, share experiences and have a say on supporting Members in the future. There are also multiple activities and presentations for Members to try out and get involved with. How do I apply? Click here to apply When? 18-20 June 2022 Where? Chesford Grange, Kenilworth Road, Warwick, CV8 2LD
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Colonel James Phillips made first Wales Veterans’ Commissioner
5 March 2022
The Office for Veterans Affairs and the Office of the Secretary of State for Wales have jointly appointed Colonel James Phillips as Veterans’ Commissioner for Wales. Welsh Secretary Simon Hart said he was delighted that James Phillips had been appointed to the role, which will build on the success of counterpart roles in Scotland and Northern Ireland and will mean that all devolved nations have a Veterans’ Commissioner. James will be working to enhance the support for veterans in Wales, as well as scrutinising and advising on government policy for veterans.
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Game on for Blesma this March!
2 March 2022
In Blesma’s 90th year, March will become Blesma’s first official ‘Month of gaming’. We will be celebrating all things Video Games!If you love video games, now is a great time to sign up to our Discord! There are weekly Call of Duty Training Sessions, and matches against other gamers representing the RBL, Wounded Warrior Project, Military teams and more. Most importantly it’s another way to meet and socialise with your fellow Members. Our E-sports Team is always looking for new Members to take part
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