David Richmond CBE FRSA : Independent Veterans Advisor to UK Government Ministers at Cabinet Office Visits Forward Assist

Earlier this year we were delighted to host another visit from David Richmond CBE (Veterans Adviser to UK Government) During the Visit to Forward Assist & Salute Her UK we also had the opportunity to visit Newcastle Falcons Rugby Club in Kingston Park to explore the possibility of expanding the fantastic work of the Falcons Community Foundation (FCF) (reg. charity 1107851) to support military veterans. The FCF has been in existence since 2005 and is responsible for the delivery of the Newcastle Falcons’ community objectives. Over the past years the reach and impact of the Foundation has grown exponentially. Their aim is to motivate, educate and inspire via the power of sport. The charity works across five pillars of activity: club development, grassroots sports, health, social inclusion and education over a wide range of programmes. Forward Assist are keen to see a national network of Rugby Clubs supporting veterans in the community. During the visit David was presented with a Newcastle Falcons Rugby Shirt by Darren Greco and RN Falklands Veteran John Mew.