Freeclaim Solicitors Donate to the Legion

FREECLAIM SOLICITORS DONATE TO LOCAL BRANCH 

Manchester personal injury firm Freeclaim Solicitors have donated £2,000 to the local Royal British Legion Branch and Michael Swindells who suffered major injuries whilst serving in Afghanistan.

 

Senior Associate, Robert Jones, attended the fundraising night on the 19^th February. Robert commented, "We are proud to be working with the Royal British Legion, helping to raise awareness and much needed funds for ex-Service men and women. The fundraising evening was a great success and we wish Michael well with his ongoing recovery."

 

The fundraising event was held to raise funds for the Branch, the Veterans International Agency (VIA) and local hero Michael Swindells from Wythenshawe. Whilst serving in Afghanistan, Michael, aged only twenty five, lost his left leg and also suffered damage to his right leg, as well as losing colleagues whilst on his tour of duty. Michael however is making good progress with his rehabilitation and is now out of a wheelchair and learning to walk with the aid of crutches.

 

Mr Herbie Roberts, Club Chairman, commented, "I am extremely grateful for the generous donation by Freeclaim Solicitors and the recognition of the work that the Royal British Legion does in helping ex-Service men and women, as well as raising money for good causes through their tireless fundraising."

 

The Royal British Legion Club is the oldest and last remaining military club in the Wythenshawe area. It has served as a base for ex servicemen and women for over sixty years. The branch is responsible for looking after the welfare and the needs of ex-Service people and their families and dependants. Freeclaim Solicitors (www.freeclaim.co.uk) are extremely proud to be associated with this cause.