Burnley's Healthier Heroes CIC recognised in Parliament for work across North of England

Burnley-based veterans’ charity Healthier Heroes CIC has been recognised in Parliament for its work across the North of England.

The parliamentary motion, tabled by Luke Myer MP for Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland and supported by Burnley MP Oliver Ryan praised the “housing, rehabilitation and reintegration support” delivered by Healthier Heroes CIC and called for continued national action to ensure every veteran receives the care and opportunities worthy of their service and sacrifice.

Healthier Heroes' founders Andrew and Rio Powell have branched out and opened a second base of their organisation, Morgan House in Boosbeck, North Yorkshire.

placeholder image — Healthier Heroes' founders Andrew and Rio Powell have branched out and opened a second base of their organisation, Morgan House in Boosbeck, North Yorkshire.

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Healthier Heroes, founded by forrmer colour sergeant Andrew Powell and his wife Rio, has already transformed the lives of hundreds of ex-service personnel through Bancroft House in Burnley, since officially opening in 2020. It is now expanding its impact with the launch of Morgan House in Boosbeck, North Yorkshire.

Healthier Heroes founder Andrew Powell (right) with Luke Myer, MP for Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland. Mr Myer tabled a motion in Parliament praising the organisation for its work

Mr Ryan said: “Healthier Heroes do outstanding and sterling work supporting veterans across Burnley and beyond in helping those who’ve served our country to find a sense of purpose and community.”