Local MP supports the Great Daffodil Appeal

Local MP Justin Madders has teamed up with actor Larry Lamb at a Westminster event to celebrate the UK’s leading end of life charity’s annual Great Daffodil Appeal.

Former Shadow Health Service Minister Justin Madders support to the appeal and is urging people in his Ellesmere Port and Bromborough constituency to donate and wear one of Marie Curie’s iconic daffodil pins.

Money raised also funds the charity’s free support line and webchat which is available to anyone with an illness they are likely to die from and those close to them, offering practical and emotional support on any aspect of dying, death and bereavement.

Mr Madders said: 

“I’m proud to be supporting Marie Curie and their mission to ensure that everyone at end of life can get the care and support they need, when and where they need it most.

“I’m urging people across the area to show their support for the Great Daffodil Appeal in any way they can. Every donation is a chance to ensure that more people receive expert care and support at the end of life.”

Larry Lamb said:

“As a long-time supporter of Marie Curie I have witnessed first-hand the amazing work they do to support people and their loved ones at the end of life.

“Marie Curie cared for my brother and I’ll always be grateful for the care and support they gave him.

“The work Marie Curie does is so crucial, providing care that protects someone’s dignity and makes sure they’re not alone or in avoidable pain.”

Toby North, Head of Public Affairs England at Marie Curie, said: 

“Right now, there is a crisis in end of life care. For far too many people, their experiences of the end of life are marked by avoidable pain, poverty, and worry about where to turn for help. This lack of care is heaping greater pressure on our health system, as more people at the end of life are reaching crisis point, and are forced to visit A&E or call an ambulance to get the help they need.

“Marie Curie is working hard to ensure everyone has the expert care they need at the end of their lives, but we need the support of our politicians to fix this crisis.”

Pictured – Justin Madders MP and actor Larry Lamb with Marie Curie registered nurse Alison Hurst.