Loneliness and social Isolation briefing for local authorities

RBL representation at funerals

The Royal British Legion will always attempt to attend the funeral of anyone who has served, or of a branch member when invited to do so by family.

New Director General

The Royal British Legion has announced Mark Atkinson, current Chief Executive Officer at RNID, the national charity supporting people who are deaf, have hearing loss, or tinnitus, as its new Director General.

Serving in the Navy and the NHS

Katie Newlands is a Surgeon Lieutenant in the Royal Navy and works as a GP Registrar. When the Covid-19 pandemic hit, her surgery had to take swift action.

Matthew Lynch

“Being able to support all the staff hands-on, which in turn allows them to support our beneficiaries and our Armed Forces community – that’s amazing.”

Local branches

Our branches are focal points for social activity, Remembrance and are ready to support the Armed Forces community.

Poppy Shop

Shop our Poppy Appeal items, from Poppy sport pins to limited edition pet accessories, online at the Poppy Shop.

Telephone Buddies

Our Telephone Buddy scheme offers companionship, support and a friendly ear to anyone who is feeling lonely or isolated, across the UK and beyond.

RBL bands

There are over 50 incredible Royal British Legion bands around the country, ranging from full concert show bands to smaller youth marching bands.

Get in touch

We support our Armed Forces community, including serving and ex-serving personnel and their families. Get in touch here.

Queen Elizabeth II's first Victoria Cross

Bill Speakman was awarded the Victoria Cross in 1951 for protecting comrades in battle during the Korean War – the first to be invested by Queen Elizabeth II.

Dean's story

When Dean left the military he wasn’t awarded compensation he was entitled to. It took five years to win the case, which he finally did with our help.