At the hub, the arrivals are given a range of contact numbers for local and national agencies. Alongside this, refreshments are provided while advisors give guidance for onward travel within the UK. The Ukrainian flag is on display in the hub’s reception area, along with artwork designed by Luton’s Surrey Street Primary, Cardinal Newman Catholic and Queen Elizabeth schools.
Arrivals are greeted by volunteers from the Bedfordshire and Luton Emergency Volunteers Executive Committee, the British Red Cross, local Rotary Club members and the Airport Chaplaincy. Paramedics from the Hearts First Ambulance Service provide mental and physical health support information.
The hub has been organized by statutory body Bedfordshire’s Local Resilience Forum, which brings together partners such as local authorities, NHS clinical commissioning groups, emergency services, the charity and voluntary sector, including local Rotary Clubs, and the airport. It is intended to provide a warm welcome to those uprooted from their homeland.
Amanda Carcary, senior emergency response officer for the British Red Cross in Bedfordshire, said, “Kindness is so vital when people arrive in the UK after an experience like this, which is why our teams are trained to give emotional support as well as help people with practical things. We know that people are leaving family behind in Ukraine and enduring long, cold journeys to get to safety, so we are here to offer them a warm welcome. We have Ukrainian-language welcome packs with key information about life in the UK.”
Councilor Aslam Khan, deputy leader of Luton Council, said, “In a short space of time, many different organizations have come together and been working around the clock to provide a warm welcome and practical support to those whose lives have been violently disrupted by the Russian invasion of their country. As it did when establishing a testing site during the Covid pandemic, London Luton Airport has underlined its role as our community airport by hosting this vital point of refuge.”
Alberto Martin, CEO of London Luton Airport, said, “As an international airport, we help to connect cultures, places and people, so it has been heartbreaking to witness events unfold in Ukraine. We are proud of the support we provide to our communities and are glad we can play a small part in ensuring a warm welcome to Ukrainian families as they arrive in the UK.”
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moreDickie Bird and Adam Beesley(workshop manager) at the presentation of the new Sand Blaster at Tools for Self Reliance, Milton Keynes
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more...Polio- A Personal Perspective... Martyn Gates shared his life story after contracting polio at the age of 18 months
moreRI President Holger Knaack’s theme for 2020-21, Rotary Opens Opportunities, asks Rotarians to create opportunities that strengthen their leadership, help put service ideas into action, and improve the lives of those in need.
moreClub night on Tuesday 8th August 2023 was a visit to TFSR Milton Keynes. Club members were very active with cleaning and refurbishing hand tools. The evening was rounded off with a fish & chip supper.
moreBy joining Rotary, your journey on the road to transforming communities begins Contact Bob Knowles about this page: bob-knowles@talktalk.net
moreThe Christmas lights have been switched back on for the next 5 days as a beacon of hope for George
moreTuesday 21st December 2021 Starting 5.00pm Including Gale Court, Old Road, Washbrook Close, Hexton Road, Church Road, Manor Road, Blakelands, etc.
more...A massive ‘Thank you’ to Santa "Our Aim at Christmas is to bring some joy and happiness to as many people as possible of all ages".
moreMy vision is to see Rotary continue to change and reflect the times, especially at this pivotal moment as we move out of the current global pandemic.
more· Some look a bit spooky · Andy has great background, just needs an orchid in there · Surely IPAD has a name. · Andrew left the party briefly, hence only 19/20 pictured · Not sure where Simon is.
moreCANter is based at ‘The Stables’, Fielden Court, Lower Gravenhurst, Set in an idyllic remote village of Gravenhurst, between Luton, Bedford and Hitchin which makes the venue easily accessible.
moreRI President Shekhar Mehta is urging members to become more involved in service projects, saying that caring for and serving others is the best way to live because it changes not only other people’s lives, but also our own.
moreHarvest 2022: Early winter barley yields well as heatwave intensifies Cambridgeshire (& Bedfordshire) grower James Peck reports winter barley yields above budget.
moreFollowing an appeal by Maggie Herod of Silsoe. Club members donated food to the Luton Foodbank. Follow this link by going to POPULAR PAGES at the bottom of this main page and clicking on the last link. https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/maggiewalk
moreGlobally, five billion people have no access to safe and affordable surgery when they need it. Mercy Ships operates the largest charity-run hospital ship in the world, taking free medical care and surgery directly to those who need it most.
moreDue to the current Corona Virus situation, all our Rotary meetings are via Zoom every Tuesday at 7.50pm If you wish to join us contact Bob Knowles, email: bob-knowles@talktalk.net
moreRI President Jennifer Jones imagines a Rotary where members act to make their dreams become reality and they make the most of their club experiences.
more..Saturday 21st December 2019.. Old Road - including Washbrook Close, Church Road, Manor Road, Blakelands, etc.
moreShelterBox is responding to the devastating earthquakes that struck southern Turkey (Türkiye) and northern Syria.
moreDistrict Governor Vijay Patel 2020/2021 (District 1260) Requests that every Club start their meetings by positioning our Vision Statement right in the front, visible and verbally.
moreFriday 20th September 2024 This will take place at Barton-le-Clay Methodist Church, Sharpenhoe Road at 2.00pm
moreOur purpose and passion will help us Imagine everything Rotary is truly capable of! With 1.4 million worldwide, we have a chance to make even a greater impact on our communities and around the world.
moreRI President Stephanie Urchick celebrates the magic of Rotary. She says members create that magic with every project completed, every dollar donated, and every new member of Rotary.
moreRI President R. Gordon R. McInally calls for Rotary to create hope in the world. "The goal is to restore hope — to help the world heal from destructive conflicts and, in turn, to help us achieve lasting change for ourselves."
more.....Sadly passed away on 7th May 2020..... Mike joined the Rotary Club of Barton-le-Clay in May 1990. 3 years after it was formed
moreClub members will be litter picking in Silsoe, Campton & Barton-le-Clay. Official bags are being supplied by Central Bedfordshire Council.
moreFriday 24th September 2021 If any pensioner would like an afternoon tea box delivered to them on that day please telephone 07931-684079 to leave your name, address and telephone number. A member of the Club will then contact you
moreSharpenhoe Road has it's gate back. After being run into by an out of control car, the gate is now repaired and back in-place.
morejoining: Peacebuilding and conflict prevention, Disease prevention and treatment. Water, sanitation and hygiene. Maternal and child health. Basic education and literacy. Community economic development.
moreSunday 4th August at Shuttleworth (Old Warden) Airfield Lenka was witness to the act of bravery
moreCountdown to World Environment Day, choose a task every two weeks to help out the Environment. Complete one activity per two weeks from the calendar between 22nd March 2021 and 5th June 2021 (total 6 activities).
moreThe team consisted of Bob Knowles, Ian Chapple, Paul Craggs, Barry Collett, Jim & Joan Ellis-Jones, Cliff & Jan Haynes
moreRI President Gordon R. McInally calls for Rotary to create hope in the world by working for peace and mental wellbeing. He urges members to engage in tough conversations and earn the trust that’s necessary to realize these values.
moreAfter decades of work across 47 countries on the continent, the World Health Organisation has certified the Africa region free from wild poliovirus.
moreFamilies urgently need support in north-eastern Syria. We're providing shelter for families who have been forced to leave their homes due to the conflict in Syria.
moreWhen someone suffers a major trauma, the quicker they receive specialist emergency care, the more likely it is that the treatment will prevent death or serious disability. This is referred to as the ‘Golden Hour’
moreClub members cleaning and giving a new life to hand tools whilst on our annual visit of Tuesday 21st May 2019
moreR I President Mark Daniel Maloney's theme for 2019-20, Rotary Connects the World, asks Rotarians to strengthen the many ways that Rotary Connects the World, building the connections that allow people to unite and take action through Rotary service.
moreRtn. Derek Hardy has been awarded a District 1260 Service Award for outstanding service in promoting Rotary's capability in supporting projects in the international arenas. In recognition and appreciation of his dedicated service to Shelter Box.
moreOur vision is to see a world where no family is without shelter after disaster. Our teams work with disaster-hit families around the world, offering emergency shelter and other essential items to support them in rebuilding their lives.
moreThe Rotary Club of Barton-le-Clay lends money to entrepreneurs in various parts of the world where most good can be done.
moreA fun and enjoyable night was spent barn dancing in Barton-le-Clay Village Hall on Saturday 30th March 2019 Music from the group Abella and the caller was Andy Rouse. Highly tasteful Hog Roast supplied and cooked by John Fraser and Clair Burton
moreThe bee orchid has been the emblem of the Rotary Club of Barton-le-Clay since its foundation. The orchid, Ophyrs apifera var. aurita, grows wild on the Chiltern Hills behind the village of Barton-le-Clay.
moreBarton-le-Clay Rotary Club's first involvement with the Soup Kitchen and Night Shelter was in 2011
moreOur latest contribution to the Noah Welfare Centre 152 towels that were passed on to the Club by a local business.
moreEach year the Club takes Santa around the streets of Barton-le-Clay to meet all the children, young and old, and make a collection to support our designated charities.
moreThis month also includes : International Day for the Eradication of Poverty on the 17th and World Polio Day on the 24th of October.
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