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Kent Relief Helps Ukraine

Saturday, 15 November 2025 20:15

By Martin Webber

The Kent Relief charity is continuing to support communities affected by the war in Ukraine.

Kent Relief supports Ukrainians in the Kent area as well as sending aid to Ukraine.

14 lorry missions to date have delievered a staggering 140,000 kg of aid to Ukraine.

They've been sending vital aid, from food and medical supplies to fire fighting equipment. 

In addition they've been working closely with Tunbridge Wells Borough Council on the Homes for Ukraine scheme, providing support to Ukraine guests as they arrive in the UK.  

On West Kent Radio drivetime, presenter Zac Daunt-Jones spoke to Kent Relief's chief executive, Sue Ramsay. 

Listen here to the full 12 minute interview to discover what the charity is achieving:

Sue explained how the lorries leave Tunbridge Wells and head to Ukraine overland.

For a 7 minute version of the interview listen here:

To help Kent Relief go to:
kentrelief.org.uk

 

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