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Scotland rugby coach Gregor Townsend has urged people to show they care by wearing a poppy as he launched this year’s Scottish Poppy Appeal.
The former Scotland player said it is a “real privilege” to be involved in the campaign which raises funds to support the Armed Forces community in Scotland.
He visited Lady Haig’s Poppy Factory at the Poppyscotland site in Edinburgh earlier this month for a tour of the historical premises and chatted with those working there.
Lady’s Haig Poppy Factory, founded in 1926, only employs disabled ex-service personnel, which Poppyscotland said helps break down barriers for veterans who otherwise may struggle to find employment.
The former Gala RFC player said: “It’s a real privilege to be here. Seeing veterans working, contributing like they did before.
“They enjoy what they do, knowing it is for a greater cause.
“On behalf of Scottish Rugby, we have a strong link with Poppyscotland and Remembrance. We wear poppies on our jerseys and the players really appreciate that link with history, especially playing our games throughout the month of November.
“Every year Poppyscotland supports hundreds of veterans and their families, helping them live life fully after service.
The Scottish Poppy Appeal 2024 has officially begun!
Scotland rugby coach Gregor Townsend launched this year’s appeal at the Lady Haig's Poppy Factory, emphasising the strong bond between Scottish Rugby and Poppyscotland. pic.twitter.com/GW5qMBI5L4
— Poppyscotland (@poppyscotland) October 22, 2024
“Show them you care, wear a poppy. Your donation can change lives for our Armed Forces community.”
The Scottish Poppy Appeal describes itself as Scotland’s biggest fundraising appeal, with more than three million poppies already being distributed around the country.
Poppyscotland said the money raised from the appeal has enabled it to help countless men, women and families with issues linked to their time in the Armed Forces or with struggles adjusting from military to civilian life.
Gordon Michie, head of fundraising and learning at Poppyscotland, said: “Wearing your poppy shows serving personnel, veterans, and their families that their service and sacrifice means something to you, that it is appreciated and recognised. Importantly, it also shows that such service will never be forgotten.
“All funds raised will go to support our life-changing work, providing advice and welfare support to the Armed Forces community in Scotland.”
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