British Red Cross press releases

New British Red Cross cycle response units make debut at Bristol Olympic Torch celebrations

Wed, 23 May 2012 17:14:00 +0100

“Get on your bikes, British Red Cross” was the request from Great Western Ambulance Service (GWAS) yesterday when larger crowds than expected turned out to celebrate the arrival of the Olympic torch in Bristol.

Teenagers encouraged to sign up for National Citizen Service

Tue, 22 May 2012 15:14:00 +0100

Devon teenagers finishing their GCSEs or in Year 12 this summer are being encouraged to sign up for a free five-week programme being delivered by Young Devon in partnership with the British Red Cross.

Taunton resident thanks the British Red Cross for helping injured Mum get back on her feet

Tue, 22 May 2012 12:20:00 +0100

The British Red Cross in Taunton is looking for volunteers for a service that helps people regain their independence after an operation, illness or accident.

Girl Guides learn to deal with disasters thanks to the British Red Cross

Tue, 22 May 2012 12:01:00 +0100

More than 100 Girl Guides from across Bristol, Bath and South Gloucestershire will take part in a disaster-simulation exercise when a fictional earthquake hits Chelwood campsite near Keynsham on Saturday.

Home from hospital volunteers needed in Dudley

Mon, 21 May 2012 10:54:00 +0100

The British Red Cross in Dudley is looking for compassionate volunteers to provide practical and emotional support to people who have recently been discharged from hospital, helping them regain their independence.

Dance, Drama and Dosh: Lewis Girls’ School supports British Red Cross Dance Project

Fri, 18 May 2012 16:11:00 +0100

Pupils from Lewis Girls’ School in Ystrad Mynach hosted an evening of dance and drama last week to raise funds for the British Red Cross, as part of their involvement in the organisation’s ‘Dance: Make Your Move’ competition.

Young people learn life saving skills to keep them safe on the street

Thu, 17 May 2012 13:43:00 +0100

Cheltenham teenagers have been taught life-saving first aid skills thanks to the British Red Cross.

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

Tue, 15 May 2012 12:23:00 +0100

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.

Sweet dreams are made of this for Red Cross

Tue, 08 May 2012 15:31:00 +0100

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

Fundraisers' 1000km cycle ride for Red Cross Week

Tue, 08 May 2012 14:53:00 +0100

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.

Beetle drive for Red Cross Week

Mon, 07 May 2012 16:34:00 +0100

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

Mon, 07 May 2012 16:15:00 +0100

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

Mon, 07 May 2012 15:21:00 +0100

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

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 16:48:00 +0100

The 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.

4.7 million young people get a 'Positive Image' of migration issues thanks to education project

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 10:36:00 +0100

A three-year programme to raise awareness of migration issues and challenge stereotypes has been hailed a success after reaching millions of youngsters across Europe.

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

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 10:15:00 +0100

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

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 11:09:00 +0100

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

Prince Harry performs model first aid procedure, British Red Cross notes

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 11:38:00 +0100

We all know Prince Harry is pretty top-notch at polo, but up till now he’s kept his first aid skills firmly under his hat.

Everyday First Aid online resource scoops top digital award

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 16:46:00 +0100

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

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 15:20:32 Z

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

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 13:59:00 Z

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.

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 10:18:00 Z

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.

Japan one year on, Red Cross switches focus to communities in limbo

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 16:12:00 Z

One year on from the devastating Japanese earthquake and tsunami which killed around 20,000 people, shattered coastal towns, and triggered the ongoing nuclear crisis, the Red Cross is helping to rebuild communities torn apart by the triple disaster.

British Red Cross puts teachers in soldiers’ shoes at Education Show

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 15:53:00 Z

You are a soldier hunting down a notorious war criminal; he appears at a public event. You have the chance to eliminate him, but in doing so there is a very real risk of killing innocent civilians. What do you do?

Free summer of fun for Shropshire teenagers

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 12:41:00 Z

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.

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

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 16:17:00 Z

The British Red Cross today launched its West Africa Food Crisis appeal.

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

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 09:39:00 Z

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

British Red Cross seeks volunteers for a service supporting people returning home from hospital

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 12:53:00 Z

The British Red Cross in Telford is looking for compassionate volunteers to provide practical and emotional support to people who have recently been discharged from hospital, helping them regain their independence.

British Red Cross and H&M ask shoppers to donate garments during Climate Week and receive a £5 voucher

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 16:52:00 Z

British Red Cross and H&M are excited to announce an in-store recycling partnership as part of Climate Week 2012

Jump 4 Life – The Ultimate Adrenaline Experience

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 12:33:00 Z

The British Red Cross is looking for people with bags of nerve and a passion for fundraising to take part in its annual Jump for Life tandem skydive event.

Free conference in Manchester for professionals working with women in the asylum system

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 13:44:00 Z

A free conference is being held this month aimed at practitioners who work with women within the asylum system.

Somerset man thankful for the support of the British Red Cross after his home was flooded

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 11:41:00 Z

The British Red Cross in Somerset is looking for compassionate volunteers to provide practical and emotional support to people who have recently been discharged from hospital, helping them regain their independence.

British Red Cross launch new dementia care service in Shropshire

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 10:29:00 Z

The British Red Cross has launched a new service in North East Shropshire offering support to people living with dementia and their carers.

British Red Cross seeks volunteers for home from hospital service

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 10:07:00 Z

The British Red Cross in Swindon is looking for compassionate volunteers to provide practical and emotional support to people who have recently been discharged from hospital, helping them regain their independence.

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 17:09:41 Z

British Red Cross funds assist Syria aid operation

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 16:08:00 Z

As the International Red Cross expresses concern for the worsening humanitarian situation in Syria, the British Red Cross have released additional money from their Disaster Fund to support the aid effort.

Shelter provision must speed up Red Cross warns two years on from Haiti quake

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:16:00 Z

Housing repairs and reconstruction in Haiti must speed up.

Red Cross responds to severe weather disruptions

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:38:00 Z

British Red Cross emergency teams are responding across the UK as severe weather conditions and snow continue to affect many parts of the country.

Northampton family thank Red Cross with generous donation to county wheelchair appeal

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:50:00 Z

The family of 10 year old Chloe Pickering from Northampton are handing over a cheque for £1600 to the British Red Cross to buy eight new wheelchairs for the county on Thursday 16 February at Red Cross House, Hatton Close, Moulton Park, Northampton (NN3 6SU).

British Red Cross to support more vulnerable people over 50 in North Wales

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:08:00 Z

A British Red Cross service supporting vulnerable people over 50 is being extended across North Wales thanks to a £1 million grant from the Big Lottery Fund. The launch of the Gofal programme will take place on Friday 17 February at the Venue Cymru in Llandudno.

Red Cross assists at Costa Concordia shipwreck site

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:58:00 Z

Red Cross staff and volunteers support the rescue and relief operation at the site of the shipwrecked cruise ship, Costa Concordia.

British Red Cross father and son team respond to Crediton thatch fire

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:10:00 Z

Volunteers from the British Red Cross fire and emergency support service (FESS) attended a large blaze in Mill Street, Crediton yesterday afternoon (Thursday 2 February) when a fire broke out in a row of thatched cottages.

Red Cross launches vital emergency service for people affected by fires in North Yorkshire

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:48:00 Z

From Wednesday 1 February volunteers from the British Red Cross will be on-hand to give vital support to victims of fires, floods and similar emergencies in North Yorkshire.

British Red Cross seeks life-savers in Royal Wootton Bassett

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 10:46:00 Z

Volunteers from Royal Wootton Bassett are needed to help provide first aid services at sporting and public events throughout the county. Experience is not necessary as full training will be given.

British Red Cross shops appeal for donations

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 14:46:00 Z

From toys to textiles and gifts to glassware, the Red Cross shops are desperate for donations.

Somerset runners urged to join Team Red Cross in Berlin and Paris marathons

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 11:28:00 Z

The British Red Cross is looking for Somerset runners to sign up to a New Year challenge. There are places available on both the world famous Paris Marathon on Sunday, April 15, and the Berlin Marathon on Sunday, September 30.

Wiltshire Grandfather encourages others to learn first aid with the British Red Cross

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 09:40:00 Z

A Grandfather from Purton who regularly looks after his young grandchildren has learned some life saving skills to help prepare for an emergency, and he encourages other Wiltshire grandparents to do the same.

British Red Cross joins with Torbay Street Pastors to help people in crisis on streets of Torquay

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 12:27:00 Z

The British Red Cross is looking for new volunteers to provide first aid and emotional support to vulnerable people at night on the streets of Torquay.

British Red Cross sends funds to support typhoon stricken Philippines

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 15:05:00 Z

The British Red Cross has released £140,000 from its Disaster Fund to support relief efforts in the wake of the catastrophic typhoon strike in the Philippines.

Boxing Day tsunami survivor in training for London Marathon to raise money for British Red Cross

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 14:34:00 Z

A York mother is training for the Virgin London Marathon on Sunday 22 April to raise money for the British Red Cross, nearly seven years after the charity helped repatriate her in the aftermath of the devastating Boxing Day tsunami in 2004.