Burgess Hill mayor launches Christmas appeal

Councillor Roger Cartwright launched his Mayor’s Christmas Appeal in support of local befriending schemes.

The funds raised will benefit three local charities that provide a befriending service – Age UK, Neighbourly Care, and St Peter and St James Hospice.

Councillor Cartwright said: ”This has been a very difficult year for everyone but I am concerned it has been particularly lonely for many older people as well as those with health vulnerabilities who have been isolated since March.

“A regular friendly chat on the phone is a lifeline and something people can look forward to, so I wanted this year’s Mayor’s Christmas Appeal to support this vital service.”

Anyone who would like to make a donation can do so at the Just Giving page, or at the Town Council’s Help Point during opening hours.

All administration costs will be covered by the Town Council so 100 per cent of the donations will go to the charities.

To donate see https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/burgesshillmayorsappeal