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Minister Timms Welcomes New National Asbestos Taskforce
A new National Asbestos Taskforce launches today to coincide with International Workers’ Memorial Day/World Day for Safety and Health at Work. The Independent Asbestos Task Force includes members from industry, unions, charities and wider campaign groups, including Asbestos Victims Support Group Forum which ASCE is a member of. Read more
Workers’ Memorial Day 28 April 2026
Join us at Birmingham Cathedral, 12.30pm, to remember the dead and fight for the living IWMD 2026
Passionate about making a difference? Mary Law has a message to share
“I’m looking for someone to take over my charity and shop, who will be dedicated to supporting Mesothelioma research and raising awareness of the dangers of asbestos. My shop ARC-AID in Dudley comes with a beautiful bespoke sign that, if needs be, could be dismantled and transported to a new location. If you are interested…
Funding awarded to ASCE
We’re really pleased to announce that Alex Ferry Foundation have awarded ASCE a grant of £2,500 towards our core running costs. With deep roots in the trade union movement, The Alex Ferry Foundation is committed to good work, supportive communities and improving lives in shipbuilding, engineering and manufacturing areas throughout the UK. Read more about…
Butterfly Group
The Butterfly Group is our support group for people who have lost someone to an asbestos disease. The members support each other at monthly meetings and much more. They recently went on holiday to Whitby and Scarborough and visited the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire. What: The Butterfly Group meet at coffee mornings for a…
Meso Support Group
Did you know we run a Mesothelioma support group for patients and carers? Read on to find out more, see what happens at the meetings and what others have to say about them. To join the mailing list, email supportgroup@asbestossupportce.org What: enjoy refreshments, meet others, talk to nurses and hear from guest speakers, including talks…
MesoUK Patient & Carer Day 2025
Join MesotheliomaUK for an inspiring day filled with sharing stories, strength and support. Whether you’re a patient, carer, family member or healthcare professional, this is your chance to be part of something special, connect with others, and learn about the latest research and living well with mesothelioma. Join in on Tues 7 October at the…
Miles for Meso challenge completed!
A huge thank you and well done to our intrepid walkers who completed the gruelling Miles for Meso challenge in the searing heat last Saturday! They raised over £8000 which is being split between ASCE and MesotheliomaUK. Thanks to everyone involved – Sue Farrall, Shiran Cleminson, Sophie Phillips, Alida Coates, Beth Peers, Brigita Trink, Jade…
Walk a mile in their shoes… or 29!
ASCE service users and family members are raising money for us by walking an ultra marathon! An all-terrain course through 29 miles of Worcestershire. They’ll be donating half of the proceeds to us and half to MesoUK. Thanks to Sue Farrall for organising this intrepid team for the second year running! Find out more and…
“The Legacy of Cape Plc and the case for justice”
On 1st July 2025 the Forum gathered in Westminster, London to hear the publishing of “The Legacy of Cape Plc and the case for justice”. The report was published by the All-party Parliamentary Group on Occupational Safety and Health. The report provided a background into the Cape Must Pay Campaign, evidence submitted by 11 witnesses…