"The poppies be in stores that have a big footfall - with a physical barrier - but there will be QR codes there, too, to help people to donate that way. "The safety of the public, our staff, members and volunteers is our top priority and we are working with charity regulators and the relevant local and national authorities to ensure that all activity is safe and in alignment with both national and regional regulations," they added. The classic paper label poppy can … Portraits that show how COVID-19 has changed the lives of veterans and service men and women are being released to mark this year's Poppy Appeal. The charity's Director of Fundraising Claire Rowcliffe said: “The COVID-19 pandemic has had an overwhelming impact on people’s livelihoods and way of life, leaving some in the armed forces community in dire need of urgent help and support. Barry and Tricia Oldham, both in their 70s, also had their photos taken. … A variety of cashless donation options are available for paper poppies and other poppy products this year, including QR codes, text to donate, and contactless payments, to ensure the safety of those collecting and those choosing to donate in person. We will use your email address only for sending you newsletters. Please see our Privacy Notice for details of your data protection rights. La Campagne du Coquelicot (en anglais Poppy Appeal) est un appel aux dons lancé chaque année par la Royal British Legion en Grande-Bretagne et dans certains pays du Commonwealth, et visant à soutenir les familles des soldats morts ou blessés au combat. A spokeswoman said: "This decision has been taken to safeguard our staff, volunteers and members of the public in the unprecedented challenges that COVID-19 poses for this year’s Poppy Appeal. "However, I admire those who have been on the front line dealing with this terrible virus day to day. With many of the charity’s collectors unable to carry out face-to-face collections this, the legion is calling on the public to buy poppies for their neighbours, display a poppy in their window, donate online or take part in a virtual Poppy Run. The appeal, which runs from today until Armistice Day on November 11, raises money to support existing and former services personnel with injuries, bereavements and other hardships. The public is being urged to find new ways to support this year's Poppy Appeal as the coronavirus pandemic limits the traditional work of its fundraising collectors. The ex-Para said: "We are still doing an appeal, but we couldn't hold the City Poppy Day because of the situation that we are in. ', Fire breaks out in building in Loughborough town centre, The fire started at about 8.30pm last night and the cause is still under investigation, Janner abuse lawyer claims allegations were kept from him, Former Labour MP Greville Janner died in 2015 and was never charged with any offences, Drug users banned from Beehive car park in Loughborough after being spotted by CCTV operator, Three civil injunctions have been issued to ban the drug users from the car park, Police appeal to find missing Kizer Green, 17, Kizer went missing on October 11 and was last spotted in Leicester on October 19, 38 autumnal pictures that show the stunning beauty of Leicestershire, Members of the Leicester Mercury's Pic Pac facebook group share their recent pictures, Arsenal fans told to consider boycotting pay-per-view clash with Leicester City, Fans of both clubs can watch the game at the Emirates but only if they fork out £14.95 which has sparked a great deal of fury particularly as the country is falling on hard times due to Covid. Charitable and chic! :: Subscribe to the Daily podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Spreaker. Former soldier Lawrence Philips, 29, says the Royal British Legion saved his life during the pandemic. “The legion does so much for the armed forces community, from the oldest Second World War veteran to much younger veterans and current serving personnel. They will also be available online via the RBL's Poppy Shop website. This year's Poppy Appeal faces a shortage of fund-raisers, Volunteers in action during last year's Poppy Appeal, Some veterans are facing the additional hardships of coronavirus lockdown. Queen heartbreak: Will Queen miss key royal moment? Shop online at the Poppy Shop this Poppy Appeal, where 100% of the profits go towards funding the Legion’s ongoing work in supporting the Armed Forces community.