Mayor calls on
residents to make a vital donation
Mayor of Newham Sir Robin Wales
is encouraging people who attend the free Under the Stars music
extravaganza to consider saving a life in the process.
People who attend Newham
Council's four-night spectacular in Central Park, East Ham, will be
able to watch information on the big screens or pick up leaflets
about signing up to the NHS Organ Donor Register.
During the Mayor's Newham Show in July the council encouraged
people to sign up and 63 people did so, including the Mayor.
Sir Robin said: "More than 10,000 people in the UK currently need a
transplant. Of these, 1,000 each year - that's three a day - will
die waiting as there are not enough organs available.
"I want to thank those who have registered in the past and
encourage more to do the same. I hope people come along and enjoy
the music and fun at Under the Stars and consider saving a life in
the process."
People wanting information about the NHS Organ Donor Register can
call the NHS Donor Line on 0300 123 2323. To find out about
becoming a blood donor call 08457 711711.