It was a real pleasure to visit the Cancer Research UK shop in Port Talbot this week, where I had the opportunity to speak with the shop manager, Claire.
I was truly inspired by the passion and commitment shown by Claire and the incredible volunteers, who give their time so generously to help fund life saving cancer research. Every item sold in the shop supports Cancer Research UK’s mission to beat cancer, and the efforts of local volunteers make a real difference, not just in our community, but across the country.
Last year alone, volunteers across the UK contributed over 2.5 million hours of their time in CRUK shops. Thanks to their dedication, these shops raised an astonishing £28 million in 2023/24 to support vital research.
These figures are a testament to the power of community and volunteering, and the Port Talbot team embodies that spirit fully.
A huge thank you again to Claire and all the volunteers for the warm welcome and the important work you do every single day.
If you’re in town, do pop in, say hello, and support the shop, every purchase really does make a difference.