POPPY APPEAL 2009

That this House notes the launch of the 2009 Poppy Appeal; further notes that the current theme of Serving those who Serve emphasises the increasing need to help the men and women who are serving today, as well as former service personnel and dependants; pays its respects to those who have lost their lives during conflicts across the world; recognises the sacrifice made by millions of people who have lost their lives, not only during two world wars, but in other conflicts and peace-keeping operations; and fully supports the work of the Royal British Legion, which helps the 10.5 million serving and former service personnel and their families who are eligible for the Legion's range of welfare services, including grant-making to those in need, pensions and benefits advice, counselling and job retraining, home and hospital visits as well as the provision of full nursing care.