DONATION points have been set up across the Maldon district to help people in need in Ukraine after Russia's invasion.
Ukraine entered its second day of talks with Russia today, after six days of fighting since Russia invaded the neighbouring country.
Across the Maldon district, kind-hearted residents have been collecting donations to support people in Ukraine amid the war.
Talking Flowers in Maldon High Street has set up a donation point where residents can donate new and unused toiletries for Ukrainian refugees.
Burnham arts and crafts shop Pelican Prints has also been accepting donations.
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A spokesman for the shop took to Facebook to say they were overwhelmed by people's generosity as a large amount of donations have been received so far.
Residents can donate items today and tomorrow at the shop in 32 High Street.
The shop is collecting essentials such as:
- Power banks
- Rucksacks or backpacks
- Socks
- Camping equipment
- Sleeping bags/mats
- Protein/energy bars
- Painkillers
- Cold and flu medicine
- Wound dressings and plasters
- First aid kits
- Blankets
- Hot water bottles
- Insulated food and drink containers
- Baby food
- Nappies
- Feminine sanitary products
Due to limited space, clothing items will not be accepted.
The donations are being collected and taken to a larger collection point in Leytonstone by Gary Law.
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Donation points have also been set up in Cold Norton in 67 Latchingdon Road and at Harvey Smith and Co in Burnham High Street.
At these locations, people can donate:
- Gauze
- Painkillers
- Cotton pads
- Clean and unused medical syringes
- Surgical gloves
- Bandages
- Saline solution
- Soap
- Landry bags
- Tea, biscuits, packet food, pasta, rice, soup
- Batteries
- Blankets
Maldon District Council is also lighting up its offices in a show of support to Ukraine.
We are lighting up the Council Offices in #Maldon in Blue and Yellow as we stand with Ukraine 🇺🇦
— Maldon District Council (@MaldonDC) February 28, 2022
Please join us in support of Ukraine and its people.
To find support or info about how to help, go to https://t.co/gjFXSh8qqQ.#MaldonDistrict #Community #Ukraine #Support pic.twitter.com/HfGlcX3QTs
The authority is urging residents to join it in support of the nation.
Are you collecting donations or fundraising for people in Ukraine? Let us know by emailing jessica.day-parker@newsquest.co.uk or send us the details here.
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