Farmers' Union of Wales raises £65,000 for charity

FUW president Ian Rickman stressed the ‘invaluable, lifesaving service' that Wales Air Ambulance provided for people across Wales, particularly within rural communities

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Chief Reporter
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Wales Air Ambulance and FUW president
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Wales Air Ambulance and FUW president

The Farmers' Union of Wales (FUW) has presented a cheque for £65,000 to Wales Air Ambulance Charity, marking the culmination of fundraising efforts between 2023 and 2026. The cheque was formally handed...

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