This Employability Day (April 30) offers a unique opportunity to look back on the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, while thinking about how to support people through the employment challenges ahead. …
Helping Liam turn his love of dogs into a business
Just one year after being recruited into the Royal Marines, Liam’s dreams of a long military career were cut short by a serious back injury. Then the 24-year-old from North …
Remembering HRH Prince Philip
As the nation comes together to mourn the passing of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, we are proud to look back at his regular attendance for nearly 70 years …
Stress Awareness Month: Helping veterans overcome stress
Many of us have experienced stress in some form or another. Especially over the past year, when so many things have changed. Our work routines have been disrupted and our …
New funding extends Drapers’ support for wounded and sick veterans
More wounded, injured and sick veterans will be supported into employment thanks to new funding awarded by the Drapers’ Company. The philanthropy organisation has agreed a three-year grant towards employment …
Pandemic stories
Our employment support has helped secure more than 240 jobs for veterans with mental and physical health conditions since the first UK lockdown. See the impact of our work during …
Captain Tom Lane takes on 125km Highland challenge for veterans
A serving Army captain is gearing up for a gruelling challenge in one of the most remote parts of the UK on behalf of veterans with health conditions. Despite never …
Annual General Meeting 2021
Our 2021 AGM will be held virtually on March 25. All members will receive an email invitation with a link to join. Please email admin@poppyfactory.org if you do not receive …
Veterans with health conditions supported into more than 200 jobs since lockdown
More than 200 jobs have been secured by veterans with mental and physical health conditions since the first UK lockdown, following employment support from The Poppy Factory. The charity has …
Bob joins Ambulance Service at height of pandemic
After serving in the Royal Military Police, Bob experienced some difficulties in his civilian career that had a serious impact on his mental health. With support from The Poppy Factory, …
Funding will help more RAF veterans move into employment
RAF veterans with health conditions will be supported back into work throughout the challenges of the next 12 months, through further funding from the RAF Benevolent Fund. The Fund has …
Christmas party funds can change lives in 2021
With the office Christmas party likely to be online-only this year, companies are urged to use any savings to help change the lives of some of the most isolated in …
11 Elevens Remembrance Challenge raises over £20k
A group of dedicated military supporters have raised over £20,000 in support of The Poppy Factory and The Forces Children Trust. The 11 Elevens Remembrance challenge team ran 11km each …
Michael’s long journey to a secure home and future
After leaving the Army, Michael Murphy, 40, was hit by a series of family tragedies and went through a very difficult time. With employment support he was able to find …
Army veteran Josh weathers Covid-19 downturn with hospital work
Josh Smith experienced a troubled upbringing in Pembrokeshire and was looking for a fresh start when he joined the Royal Logistics Corps Reserves. He enjoyed his time in service but …
New pilot will combine housing and employment support for veterans
Veterans with health conditions who are supported by leading housing provider Stoll will also be offered employment support from The Poppy Factory through a new partnership launching this week. The …
New Chair and Vice Chair
The Poppy Factory’s Board of Trustees plays a vital role in overseeing our work as a charity and helping to shape and guide our strategy. On November 5th we saw …
Field of Remembrance 2020: gallery of plots
Click on the images below to see individual numbered plots at the Westminster Abbey Field of Remembrance. To find the number of a particular regiment, association or organisation, view our …
The Duchess of Cornwall attends Westminster Abbey Field of Remembrance
HRH The Duchess of Cornwall today (Wednesday, November 4th) attended The Poppy Factory’s 92nd Field of Remembrance at Westminster Abbey for a short opening service. Her Royal Highness, Patron of …
Defence Secretary drops in
It was all hands on deck last week when the Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace, visited The Poppy Factory alongside our Vice Patron, SEAC Glenn Haughton. The Secretary of State was …
Employment service and support during coronavirus
As the nation continues to be affected by and adapt to the developing coronavirus situation, we would like to reassure veterans and partners across our network that the employment service …
National Work Life Week: Helping veterans find the right balance
It can be very difficult to find a good work life balance. And for those who continue to work from home in response to coronavirus, it may be increasingly hard …
Expert tips to make your CV work for you
Every day, our employability team supports veterans throughout England and Wales on their journey towards employment – and writing a good CV is an essential step on that journey. Here …
RAF veteran Andy soars in new role after turbulent times
During a 12-year RAF career, Andy Jones worked on Tornado engines, joined a helicopter Search and Rescue crew and served alongside ambulance crews as a military co-responder. The 43-year-old father-of-one …
World Suicide Prevention Day: Working together to support veterans
by Abigail Boyle, Director of Operations, The Poppy Factory As people around the world come together today for World Suicide Prevention Day, our focus is on supporting UK veterans with …
Ronnie will run his own marathon to support fellow veterans into work
A veteran soldier from Lincoln is taking on a marathon-length challenge to help others who are wounded, injured and sick and struggling to get back into employment. Ronnie Smith was …
Picnics and free live music will support historic site and help veterans into work
Groups can enjoy free live music this August at a historic London site – and the community is being asked to get behind the venue while also helping to change …