Poppy Appeal Theft

Brokenshire hits out at ‘mindless selfishness’ of theft of Poppy Appeal collection boxes.

Hornchurch and Rainham MP James Brokenshire has called on those responsible for the theft of two Poppy Appeal collection boxes from St Andrew’s Church, Hornchurch to return the stolen funds.  News of the theft of the cash donated by parishioners and intended for the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal was revealed in the Church’s parish notices.  As a consequence, the funds able to be passed across to the British Legion from St Andrew’s were much reduced.

Commenting James said:

“What a depressing parable of our times that someone should want to steal money raised in remembrance of those who have given their lives in the service of our country.  It’s difficult to think of a much greater act of mindless selfishness and insensitivity.  It may be a vain thought, but as we enter this festive season of thinking of others, those responsible should search their consciences and return the funds intended for good causes rather than lining their pockets.”

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