Posts by Asbestos Support

This month we are encouraging people to get baking and join Mesothelioma UK’s campaign “Muffins for Meso”. If you’re attending this month’s support group, on Monday 11th May, please bring along your baked goods and all proceeds will go to Mesothelioma UK. Joining us for the talk will be Sarah Thomas – Benefits Manager at…

Birmingham’s event yesterday saw speakers from GMB, West Midlands Pensioners’ Convention, Thompsons solicitors, Midlands TUC and Birmingham Cathedral. ASCE would like to thank Thompsons for laying a wreath, Irwin Mitchell for a donation. It was great to see attendees from Asbestos Law Partnership and Leigh Day, our panel solicitors.

Join us at Birmingham Cathedral, 12.30pm, to remember the dead and fight for the living IWMD 2026

“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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…