Local MP Alan Mak launches 2026 Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal in Havant

MP Alan Mak has joined volunteers and supporters of the Royal British Legion to officially launch the 2026 Poppy Appeal in the Havant Constituency.

He met up with Havant area Poppy Appeal Lead Andy Carter MBE and RBL Havant Branch President Chris Atkinson to launch the local appeal at Tesco Extra and buy the first poppy.

Mr Mak then went on to help local volunteers to sell poppies in Tesco and the Meridian Centre.

He is a big supporter of our Armed Forces and, as Vice President of the Havant RBL Branch and a longstanding Legion volunteer, Mr Mak launches the local appeal every year.

The Poppy Appeal, which runs for two weeks prior to Remembrance Day, collects money for the RBL that is then given to projects and charities that help veterans and active service personnel.

Mr Mak said: "I've always been a big supporter of our Armed Forces and veterans, and I was very proud to once again launch the annual Poppy Appeal in the Havant Constituency with local volunteers and supporters and then sell poppies in Havant and on Hayling.

"The Poppy Appeal raises vital funds to support our veterans and their families, and I encourage people to give generously once again.

"Our area has strong military connections and it's important we do all we can to support local veterans."