Portsmouth South MP, Stephen Morgan is joining over 70 members of charity staff, Community Union representatives and Shadow Defence Team colleagues in taking part in a run, walk, and cycle challenge to help end veteran homelessness.
Between team members, the target is to either run, walk or cycle over 1000 miles between now and Armed Forces Day on 27 June. in support of charity FirstLight Trust.
Shadow Armed Forces Minister Stephen Morgan MP is walking his constituency boundary for Portsmouth South, equating to roughly 20km.
Stephen Morgan MP said:
“Ahead of Armed Forces Day on 27 June and after the relentless efforts of our troops amid Covid-19, we are reminded just how important our armed forces are.
I strongly support Community Union’s campaign to combat veteran homelessness and introduce measures that support the transfer from military to civilian life.
I urge people to give what they can to this worthwhile cause and will continue to take action in parliament that puts the needs of our service-personnel first.”
The charitable efforts have been organised through Community Union, fundraising for the FirstLight Trust, an organisation that work on the ground to support veterans. From supporting ex-service personnel into employment to helping make the transition from military to civilian life, they offer wide ranging services.
Tom Blenkinsop, Community’s Operations Director, homelessness campaign lead and army reservist, said:
“At this time of year, our campaign aimed at ending veteran homelessness draws sharp focus on our need to remember our serving and former armed forces personnel in need at all times.
Many of Community’s members served and serve, they have family members who served and serve. It was Community members’ clear view to help end veteran homelessness.
But providing shelter to both our female and male veterans is not enough; it is simply one step. The transition from soldier to civilian is often the most difficult part of a veteran’s life.”
More information about the Community Union campaign can be found here
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