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British Red Cross launches creative writing competition to mark International Day of the Disappeared

15 May 2012

The British Red Cross has launched a creative writing competition to commemorate people across the world who are missing due to situations of violence and armed conflict.

Fundraisers' 1000km cycle ride for Red Cross Week

08 May 2012

Michael Coleby (28) and Joe Greenway (24), both from Coventry, will be cycling over 1,000 kilometres from Bedworth to Geneva to raise money for Red Cross Week 2012 – the charity’s annual fundraising drive which takes place from 6 to 12 May.

Sweet dreams are made of this for Red Cross

08 May 2012

It’s a sight to make your mouth water – the biggest slab of millionaire’s shortbread in Scotland.

Beetle drive for Red Cross Week

07 May 2012

Residents are being asked to put their drawing skills to the test to help raise funds for Red Cross Week 2012.

Coffee cakes and carnations

07 May 2012

Local residents can pop along for some coffee and home-baking at this year’s Gartocharn Red Cross coffee evening, safe in the knowledge that their indulgence is all in aid of a good cause.

The great Falkirk bake-off

07 May 2012

Red Cross staff and volunteers will be donning their chefs’ hats this week in preparation for a big bake sale to raise money for Red Cross week.

British Red Cross at the Scottish Baby and Toddler show 2012

27 Apr 2012

The British Red Cross will have a stand at the Baby and Toddler show where parents – and everyone else – can get information about how and where they can learn first aid. Red Cross first aiders will also be on hand, giving demonstrations on how to save a life.

Berrington Hall to host the 15th Great Spring Gardening Event in aid of British Red Cross

19 Apr 2012

The 2012 Great Spring Gardening Event, in aid of the British Red Cross, will take place at Berrington Hall – a stunning National Trust property located in the heart of Herefordshire – on Wednesday 25 April.

“She spoke to me as though I mattered”: Stoke Gifford resident thanks Red Cross volunteer for support

03 Apr 2012

The British Red Cross is looking for compassionate volunteers to provide practical and emotional support to vulnerable people across Bristol and South Gloucestershire.

Man writing on laptop

Everyday First Aid online resource scoops top digital award

27 Mar 2012

An innovative web resource designed to make vital first aid skills accessible to all has picked up a prestigious industry award.

Child having his arm measured

British Red Cross releases funds to support the West Africa Food Crisis appeal

21 Mar 2012

The British Red Cross has released £125,000 from its Disaster Fund in an attempt to head off a looming disaster in the Sahel region of West Africa.

British Red Cross volunteers help in major evacuation of sheltered accommodation.

21 Mar 2012

Volunteers from the British Red Cross gave emotional and practical support to the residents of a sheltered housing complex in Thornbury, when fire swept through one of the flats forcing 27 others to evacuate.

Free summer of fun for Shropshire teenagers

20 Mar 2012

Shropshire teenagers finishing their GCSEs this summer are being encouraged to sign up for a free six-week programme delivered by the British Red Cross.

Sahel woman

‘We must grasp this chance to act now’ British Red Cross warns as it launches West Africa Food Crisis appeal

16 Mar 2012

The British Red Cross today launched its West Africa Food Crisis appeal in an attempt to head off a looming disaster in the Sahel region of West Africa.

British Red Cross seek volunteers for Cornwall care in the home service

15 Mar 2012

The British Red Cross in Cornwall is looking for compassionate volunteers to provide practical and emotional support to vulnerable people across the county.

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