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Glasgow Times
2 days ago
- General
- Glasgow Times
Glasgow homelessness charity marks 50 year anniversary
Blue Triangle, founded in Glasgow and now operating across Scotland, was originally established as a refuge for young women experiencing homelessness in 1975. It has since grown into a national housing and social care provider, running 29 services across 10 local authority areas. The charity currently supports more than 400 people each day, including young people, families, asylum seekers, and individuals in recovery. Blue Triangle CEO Gary Meek with Bailee Eva Murray and BT Chairman Jonathan McNaughton (Image: Alasdair Watson Photography.) Read more: Scots are being offered physical 'rain cheques' to help keep their spirits up Gary Meek, chief executive of Blue Triangle, said: "We started with one service here in Glasgow and we've expanded because the need has grown. "But our focus has always been the same—helping people who are struggling to get the support and stability they need to move forward." Of those supported in 2023–24, 41 per cent were under the age of 25, 35 per cent had previously slept rough, 30 per cent had faced eviction in their last tenancy, and 15 per cent were fleeing violence. The charity marked its 50th anniversary on June 5 with a civic reception at Glasgow City Chambers. Gary said: "This milestone is a testament to the dedication of our compassionate team who go above and beyond every day to support people through some of the most difficult times in their lives. "We're proud of our history but more importantly, we're focused on the future and how we keep stepping up to meet the needs of communities across Scotland." Originally founded at Somerset Place in Glasgow, the service remains open today as supported accommodation for young people aged 16 to 26. Many of those supported have grown up in care or faced significant adversity. Blue Triangle offers a range of services beyond housing built on a trauma-informed approach, including outreach, recovery housing, and floating support. The charity was recently named a finalist in both the Charity of the Year and People's Choice categories at the SCVO Scottish Charity Awards 2025. Blue Triangle held a civic reception at Glasgow City Chambers to mark the occasion (Image: Alasdair Watson Photography.) Read more: Glasgow workshop aims to inspire potential community organisers Blue Triangle is responding to the ongoing housing crisis with a £5 million investment from Social and Sustainable Capital's SASH II fund to purchase additional properties and expand its services. Gary said: "Homelessness isn't just about housing, it's about people. "If we want to tackle this crisis, we need more than bricks and mortar. "We need services that recognise the complexity of people's lives, and we need to keep listening to those who've been through it. "That's the only way we build lasting change."
Yahoo
15-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Alan Rickman had ‘so much more to offer the world', says wife
Actor Alan Rickman had 'so much more' to offer the world, his wife has said. Harry Potter star Rickman, who portrayed potions master Severus Snape in all eight films in the series, died aged 69 of pancreatic cancer in 2016 – six months after his diagnosis. Rima Horton made the comments by Tower Bridge in central London where almost 800 trainers, representing the number of people who die from the disease each month in the UK, have been laid ahead of the London Marathon. The installation, unveiled by charity Pancreatic Cancer UK on Tuesday morning, is situated near the halfway point for the 26.2-mile race next Sunday. Around 10,500 people are diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in the UK each year, and more than half of them die within three months of their diagnosis. Less than 7 per cent live for five years. Of her work with the charity, Ms Horton said: 'I got involved with Pancreatic Cancer UK because Alan died of pancreatic cancer, and Alan was only 69 and had so much more to offer the world.' She added she 'couldn't bear' the thought of others dying in the way her late husband had. Ms Horton said Rickman's diagnosis was a 'complete shock' to the couple, as the actor had not experienced any 'obvious symptoms'. 'He had a few minor things. I gather, quite a lot of people with pancreatic cancer do have symptoms two years beforehand, they do go to their doctor, but they're so nebulous,' she said. 'And in Alan's case, backache, maybe some stomach problems, but nothing that you would associate with something like pancreatic cancer, so when he was diagnosed, it was a complete shock. I think it knocked us sideways, completely.' Ms Horton said her late husband was not only an 'extraordinary actor' but was 'incredibly kind' and would do anything he could to help others. 'If he could make a phone call, if he could write a letter, if he could put two people in touch with people, he did. 'I know people say to me often when they're in any sort of difficult situation: 'Now, what would Alan do here?' because he did have a reputation of being not just wise, he just had a very good intuition about things and about people which is one of the reasons he was a good actor.' On Monday HBO confirmed that Snape will be played by black actor Paapa Essiedu in the television adaptation of Harry Potter, set to premiere in 2026. Pancreatic Cancer UK recommends anyone experiencing one or more of the most common symptoms - back pain, indigestion, stomach pain and weight-loss - for more than four weeks should contact their GP. Anyone with jaundice – yellowing of the eyes or skin – should immediately go to A&E. There are currently no early detection tests and four out of five people (80 per cent) are not diagnosed until the cancer has spread, meaning life-saving treatment is no longer possible. Pancreatic Cancer UK is the Charity of the Year for the TCS London Marathon 2025. Broaden your horizons with award-winning British journalism. Try The Telegraph free for 1 month with unlimited access to our award-winning website, exclusive app, money-saving offers and more.
Telegraph
15-04-2025
- Health
- Telegraph
Alan Rickman had ‘so much more to offer the world', says wife
had 'so much more' to offer the world, his wife has said. Harry Potter star Rickman, who portrayed potions master Severus Snape in all eight films in the series, died aged 69 of pancreatic cancer in 2016 – six months after his diagnosis. Rima Horton made the comments by Tower Bridge in central London where almost 800 trainers, representing the number of people who die from the disease each month in the UK, have been laid ahead of the London Marathon. The installation, unveiled by charity Pancreatic Cancer UK on Tuesday morning, is situated near the halfway point for the 26.2-mile race next Sunday. Around 10,500 people are diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in the UK each year, and more than half of them die within three months of their diagnosis. Less than 7 per cent live for five years. Of her work with the charity, Ms Horton said: 'I got involved with Pancreatic Cancer UK because Alan died of pancreatic cancer, and Alan was only 69 and had so much more to offer the world.' She added she 'couldn't bear' the thought of others dying in the way her late husband had. Ms Horton said Rickman's diagnosis was a 'complete shock' to the couple, as the actor had not experienced any 'obvious symptoms'. 'He had a few minor things. I gather, quite a lot of people with pancreatic cancer do have symptoms two years beforehand, they do go to their doctor, but they're so nebulous,' she said. 'And in Alan's case, backache, maybe some stomach problems, but nothing that you would associate with something like pancreatic cancer, so when he was diagnosed, it was a complete shock. I think it knocked us sideways, completely.' Ms Horton said her late husband was not only an 'extraordinary actor' but was 'incredibly kind' and would do anything he could to help others. 'If he could make a phone call, if he could write a letter, if he could put two people in touch with people, he did. 'I know people say to me often when they're in any sort of difficult situation: 'Now, what would Alan do here?' because he did have a reputation of being not just wise, he just had a very good intuition about things and about people which is one of the reasons he was a good actor.' On Monday HBO confirmed that Snape will be played by black actor Paapa Essiedu in the television adaptation of Harry Potter, set to premiere in 2026. Pancreatic Cancer UK recommends anyone experiencing one or more of the most common symptoms - back pain, indigestion, stomach pain and weight-loss - for more than four weeks should contact their GP. Anyone with jaundice – yellowing of the eyes or skin – should immediately go to A&E. There are currently no early detection tests and four out of five people (80 per cent) are not diagnosed until the cancer has spread, meaning life-saving treatment is no longer possible. Pancreatic Cancer UK is the Charity of the Year for the TCS London Marathon 2025.
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Pancreatic Cancer UK Inspires Runners With Personalised Videos Powered by Idomoo
Innovative campaign supports key event messaging for the 2025 TCS London Marathon's Charity of the Year. LONDON, April 09, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As the official Charity of the Year for the TCS London Marathon 2025, Pancreatic Cancer UK wanted to inspire runners to join their team, showing them the benefits of being part of the team and the purpose behind their mission. Their solution? A personalised video powered by Idomoo. In it, Coach Phil Roberton shares what team members can look forward to, with attention-grabbing personalisation throughout, including the opening scene, a billboard in Piccadilly Circus, a double-decker bus and a running vest. Video production from Bang Boom Creative blends seamlessly with personalised data in Idomoo's Next Generation Video Platform, and the resulting video fits inside a minute, ideal since over 85% of viewers watched it from their phone. "Putting the first-ever early detection test for pancreatic cancer into the hands of doctors could save thousands of lives, and we wanted every single one of our runners to feel united behind that goal," said Kerry Thomas, Head of Mass Fundraising at Pancreatic Cancer UK. "The TCS London Marathon is the ultimate test and demands months of hard work and sacrifice. Using personalised video to inspire people to take up the challenge and be part of delivering a major breakthrough for the deadliest common cancer just made sense. Thank you, Idomoo, for being the partner we needed, for providing insights to increase our engagement and making the launch of our first personalised video campaign stress-free and effective." Idomoo personalised video is often used for event messaging, from the Boston Marathon and Grand Cycle Tokyo to conferences and corporate functions. They can even be interactive, letting viewers RSVP right from the video. Most event hosts distribute the videos via email, as Pancreatic Cancer UK did, but personalised videos can be shared on any digital channel. To produce the video creative, brands can work with the agency of their choice, Idomoo's in-house studio or Idomoo's AI solution. "We love working with all our clients, but it's especially meaningful when we get to support a great cause like this one," said Yaron Dishon, Idomoo CRO. "Funds raised through this event will directly support research and treatment for those diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, and having more runners on the team — which this personalised video promotes — means more funds raised, which can ultimately save lives. We're honoured to collaborate with the 2025 TCS London Marathon's Charity of the Year on such an important project." Learn more about Pancreatic Cancer UK's role in the London Marathon. For more about Idomoo, visit About Pancreatic Cancer UK People affected by pancreatic cancer deserve more than hope — they need results. That's why Pancreatic Cancer UK is making more noise for those who have gone unheard for too long, bringing more research breakthroughs, more change through campaigning and more support. Our nurses provide expert, personalised support and information via our Support Line through our website and in healthcare professional leaflets and materials, available to order at We fund innovative research that will change how we understand, diagnose and treat the disease. We campaign for change; for better care, treatment and research, and for pancreatic cancer to get the recognition it needs. About Idomoo Idomoo's Next Generation Video Platform empowers the world's leading enterprises to transform their CX with personalised, AI-driven and interactive video at scale. With Lucas AI Video Creator, brands can create videos in minutes from simple prompts, slashing production costs. And Next Gen Videos are dynamic, leveraging hyper-personalisation and real-time live data to maximise relevance and conversions. Idomoo delivers unmatched ROI for market leaders like Activision, Chase, Google, Vodafone, SelectHealth, Oracle and American Airlines. Learn more at View source version on Contacts Media contact:Cheryl 434-298-4410
Yahoo
12-02-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Central Pennsylvania Food Bank accepts ‘Charity of the Year' award
(WHTM) — Tonight's Hometown Hero is recognized for its commitment to curb hunger. The Central Pennsylvania Food Bank accepted the 'Charity of the Year' award from JFC Global, along with a check for $7,500 based in Camp Hill. JFC Global is an employment agency for job seekers and area businesses. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now 'This is kind of an extension of the work we're already doing, even if someone has a job or is in between jobs, how can we support them and be there for them so this is just another way to do that,' said Greyson Knepp of JFC Global. 'Every single day we know that thousands of families are depending on us, and we leave at the end of the day, we know we helped all those people but tomorrow we're going to do it again,' said Joe Arthur, the Executive Director of the Food Bank. Employees with JFC Global have volunteered time to the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank over the past 6 years. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
