S11 Ep2: Blind Veterans UK Review May 2023: Armed Forces Day
Rally the troops and celebrate while raising funds for Blind Veterans UK.
1m Apr 25, 2023
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S11 Ep3: Blind Veterans UK Review May 2023: Chairman's welcome
Your message from your Chairman, Barry Coupe.
3m Apr 25, 2023
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S11 Ep4: Blind Veterans UK Review May 2023: A tribute to Ray Hazan
A remarkable life - the flags at our Centres flew at half-mast on 2 April to mark the sad passing of our much-loved former President, Ray Hazan OBE.
4m Apr 25, 2023
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S11 Ep5: Blind Veterans UK Review May 2023: A sad farewell to my predecessor and friend
By Blind Veterans UK President, Colin Williamson.
2m Apr 25, 2023
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S11 Ep6: Blind Veterans UK Review May 2023: News
We share our latest news.
8m Apr 25, 2023
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S11 Ep7: Blind Veterans UK Review May 2023: 'Grandad' gets a TV makeover
Our Vice President and Member Engagement Officer, Billy Baxter, shares the tale of how his battered old bugle ended up on popular TV show, 'The Repair Shop'.
6m Apr 25, 2023
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S11 Ep8: Blind Veterans UK Review May 2023: Danny tees off in South Africa
Member, Danny Daniels, from Norfolk, recently competed in the World Blind Gold Championships in South Africa, writes Hazel Wills.
4m Apr 25, 2023
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S11 Ep9: Blind Veterans UK Review May 2023: A lasting legacy
Member, Mark Pile, 56, shares his plans to take on a skydive this month, despite being terminally ill.
4m Apr 25, 2023
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S11 Ep10: Blind Veterans UK Review May 2023: Honouring our heritage
Meet our new Member Engagement and Military Lead, Tim Eckersley, who joins Blind Veterans UK straight from the Navy.
5m Apr 25, 2023
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S11 Ep11: Blind Veterans UK Review May 2023: Member voice
This month, Volunteer Support Lead, Jess Wood, summarises a recent discussion she held with Member Engagement Panels about volunteering.
3m Apr 25, 2023
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S11 Ep12: Blind Veterans UK Review May 2023: The making of Margaret’s memoirs
Bletchley Park veteran, Margaret Wilson, recently published her war memoirs, thanks to fellow Member, Simon Mahoney.
6m Apr 25, 2023
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S11 Ep13: Blind Veterans UK Review May 2023: What is safeguarding?
Introducing our new Designated Safeguarding and Mental Capacity Lead, Jo Cook, who shares some useful information about safeguarding.
3m Apr 25, 2023
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S11 Ep14: Blind Veterans UK Review May 2023: Carers Review
Member Experience Coordinator, Stacey Barham, introduces activities for our Members’ carers.
4m Apr 25, 2023
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S11 Ep15: Blind Veterans UK Review May 2023: National Creative Wellbeing Programme
This month’s creative activities you can take part in - all from the comfort of your own home.
6m Apr 25, 2023
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S11 Ep16: Blind Veterans UK Review May 2023: Quiz and answers
Our quizmaster Ron Russell tests your general knowledge.
3m Apr 25, 2023
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S11 Ep17: Blind Veterans UK Review May 2023: Family news
We share our family news.
2m Apr 25, 2023
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S11 Ep18: Blind Veterans UK Review May 2023: In memory
It is with deep regret that we record the deaths of the following Members and we offer our heartfelt condolences to their widows, widowers, families and friends.
14m Apr 25, 2023
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S11 Ep19: Blind Veterans UK Review May 2023: Contact details
How to get in touch.
3m Apr 25, 2023
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S11 Ep20: Blind Veterans UK Review May 2023: Spring raffle
Take part in our Spring raffle and every £1 ticket you buy could grow into a BIG cash prize for you this spring, and goes towards rebuilding lives after sight loss.
2m Apr 25, 2023
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S12 Ep1: Blind Veterans UK Review June 2023: Introduction
Welcome to the June 2023 issue of Review.
10s May 25, 2023
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S12 Ep2: Blind Veterans UK Review June 2023: Gift wreaths for Remembrance
In readiness for Remembrance, we have 100 wreaths our veterans can request to lay at a local commemoration in their community.
2m May 25, 2023
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S12 Ep3: Blind Veterans UK Review June 2023: A whirlwind start
Our new CEO Adrian Bell talks about his first weeks at Blind Veterans UK
4m May 25, 2023
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S12 Ep4: Blind Veterans UK Review June 2023: News
Our latest news.
4m May 25, 2023
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S12 Ep5: Blind Veterans UK Review June 2023: Coronation celebrations
Members gathered across the country during the month of May to celebrate the Coronation of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla.
3m May 25, 2023
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S12 Ep6: Blind Veterans UK Review June 2023: A coronation poem
by Member Roy Pritchard
1m May 25, 2023
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S12 Ep7: Blind Veterans UK Review June 2023: Don’t sweat it this Armed Forces Day
Saturday 24 June will see many across the country rallying together to show their gratitude to our forces.  Could you turn your hobby into an Armed Forces Day fundraiser?
6m May 25, 2023
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S12 Ep8: Blind Veterans UK Review June 2023: Crossing the finish line
Representing Blind Veterans UK, Alan Lock, Andy Leitch, Mark Maddock and Paul Jacobs took on the 26.2-mile run through the streets of London on 23 April.
7m May 25, 2023
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S12 Ep9: Blind Veterans UK Review June 2023: Recognising our volunteers
This month, we celebrate Volunteers’ Week (1 – 7 June) and shine a spotlight on the life-changing impact our volunteers have on the lives of blind veterans. We talk to Gavin Luke and Brian Jarps about why they became volunteers.
6m May 25, 2023
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S12 Ep10: Blind Veterans UK Review June 2023: Leaving a gift in your Will
Member, Jules Lee, shares his story, from overcoming trauma to finding a purpose to help his fellow veterans
4m May 25, 2023
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S12 Ep11: Blind Veterans UK Review June 2023: Meet the trustee
In the first of a series of Trustee profiles, Tim Seal answers questions as to why he is in the role.
4m May 25, 2023
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S12 Ep12: Blind Veterans UK Review June 2023: Member voice
This month, Designated Safeguarding and Mental Capacity Lead, Jo Cook, summarises a recent discussion she held with Member Engagement Panels about safeguarding.
3m May 25, 2023
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S12 Ep13: Blind Veterans UK Review June 2023: Forces fact
Historical events and military slang to share with each other. Have a laugh about it, talk, reflect, and let us know what you want next in Forces Fact.
2m May 25, 2023
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S12 Ep14: Blind Veterans UK Review June 2023: National creative wellbeing programme
This month’s creative activities you can take part in from the comfort of your own home.
7m May 25, 2023
7m
S12 Ep15: Blind Veterans UK Review June 2023: Carers review
A page for the families and friends who care for our Members, sharing the latest opportunities and useful information to support you in your caring role.
6m May 25, 2023
6m
S12 Ep16: Blind Veterans UK Review June 2023: Quiz and answers
Our quizmaster Ron Russell tests your general knowledge
3m May 25, 2023
3m
S12 Ep17: Blind Veterans UK Review June 2023: Family news
We share our family news.
2m May 25, 2023
2m
S12 Ep18: Blind Veterans UK Review June 2023: In memory
It is with deep regret that we record the deaths of the following Members and we offer our heartfelt condolences to their widows, widowers, families and friends.
9m May 25, 2023
9m
S12 Ep19: Blind Veterans UK Review June 2023: Contact details
How to get in touch.
3m May 25, 2023
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S12 Ep20: Blind Veterans UK Review June 2023: Remember loved ones
If you would like to honour your loved one and share memories, light a candle or support Blind Veterans UK in their memory, please visit blindveteransuk.muchloved.org
1m May 25, 2023
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S13 Ep1: Blind Veterans UK Review July 2023: Introduction
Welcome to the July 2023 issue of Review.
9s Jun 26, 2023
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S13 Ep2: Blind Veterans UK Review July 2023: Your checklist for writing a Will
Writing or updating your Will can seem daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. Here’s our handy checklist.
3m Jun 26, 2023
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S13 Ep3: Blind Veterans UK Review July 2023: Chairman welcome
A message from your Chair, Barry Coupe.
3m Jun 26, 2023
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S13 Ep4: Blind Veterans UK Review July 2023: News
Our latest news.
5m Jun 26, 2023
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S13 Ep5: Blind Veterans UK Review July 2023: Founders Awards 2023: the nominees
Here are the nominees for this year's Founder's Awards.
8m Jun 26, 2023
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S13 Ep6: Blind Veterans UK Review July 2023: Service and sacrifice
As this year marks 60 years since the last National Serviceman was demobbed, we ask Members John, 84, and Bob, 88, how they felt about their conscription
4m Jun 26, 2023
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S13 Ep7: Blind Veterans UK Review July 2023: Marking National Service at the National Memorial Arboretum
On 16 May, The Royal British Legion organised an event at the National Memorial Arboretum to mark the service and sacrifice of the UK National Servicemen from the end of the Second World War until 1963.
2m Jun 26, 2023
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S13 Ep8: Blind Veterans UK Review July 2023: A wonderful life
To honour the legacy of our former President, Ray Hazan, who passed away in April this year, Members, staff and friends share their special memories
5m Jun 26, 2023
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S13 Ep9: Blind Veterans UK Review July 2023: A shared passion
As Ray Peart BEM, 76, approaches 50 years as a Member, he shares fond memories of the Amateur Radio Society and his good friend, Ray Hazan OBE
4m Jun 26, 2023
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S13 Ep10: Blind Veterans UK Review July 2023: Our centre breaks
Fancy a break? We’re running a whole host of relaxing, fun-filled and active weeks at Llandudno and Rustington...
9m Jun 26, 2023
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S13 Ep11: Blind Veterans UK Review July 2023: Ski hero brings home Silver
Member Mark Abel shares his extraordinary journey from sight loss and tragedy to international ski champ
4m Jun 26, 2023
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