Plumb and Parts Center supports two vital charities

LEAMINGTON, U.K. - July 18, 2014 - PRLog -- Macmillan Cancer Support, which supports people living with cancer, and the Katie Haines Memorial Trust, which highlights the deadly threat of carbon monoxide poisoning, are Plumb and Parts Center’s new charity partners.

Plumb and Parts’ staff picked Macmillan as their charity of choice and the Katie Haines Memorial Trust, which is dedicated to the life of a 31-year-old victim of accidental carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning, is the business’ choice.

Staff, their customers and suppliers raise a huge amount of money each year through sponsored walks, golf days, bike rides, and other fund-raising activities. All funds raised will be divided evenly between the two charities.

“We’re delighted to support these charities’ invaluable work,” said Plumb Center spokeswoman, Julie McLean. “Everyone knows somebody affected by cancer, so it’s an excellent choice by our staff.

“As a business it’s vital we support safety and CO danger is ever present. We’ve launched a campaign to get the law changed so a CO alarm would be mandatory in England and Wales, when any carbon-burning appliance is installed – it’s already law in Scotland and Wales,” she added.

To learn more about carbon monoxide and sign the e-petition, please go to www.myplumbcenter.co.uk/co. Once 100,000 names have been gathered, a debate can be triggered in the House of Commons and a change in the law will move a step nearer.

Katie Haines’ father Gordon Samuel said: “We felt compelled to do something in her memory. If any one of us had been the victim, she would have been passionate about raising awareness. Our families are delighted to get the backing of Plumb Center as the important work must continue.

“We’re also keen to support Plumb Center’s vital campaign to get the law changed. Surely people living in England and Wales should enjoy the same level of protection, as those living in Scotland and Northern Ireland,” added Gordon.

Macmillan’s spokeswoman, Camilla Wood said: “We’re delighted to be Plumb and Parts’ charity partner. The money raised will be used to fund Macmillan’s vital cancer services, including specialist nurses working throughout the NHS, a nurse-run support line and grants for cancer patients with money problems.

“We’re looking forward to working with staff to help them come up with some great fundraising ideas and hope they are as excited by this new partnership as we are. No one should have to face cancer alone and with the support of firms like this, they won’t have to,” she added.

For information on fundraising for Macmillan as a business, group or individual, call 0300 1000 200 or visit www.macmillan.org.uk/fundraising. To access support from Macmillan visit www.macmillan.org.uk or call 0808 808 00 00.

Katie Haines Memorial Trust: www.katiehaines.com