Chris Beck, a veteran of ­overseas emergencies with 35 years’ experience, quickly ­escalates the call to a Red Cross team who can help. The British Red Cross helpline is a response to the fear that people may be “falling through the cracks” during the coronavirus crisis. The Daily Mirror has partnered with the Red Cross throughout the coronavirus crisis, helping sign up over 70,000 volunteers and raising funds to support initiatives like the helpline. “Asylum seekers have got many problems, starting with how to get out and do our shopping,” Shams says. We have to help.”In Bristol, Dan Hunt, a 33-year-old postman for Royal Mail, also recently joined the British Red Cross as an emergency volunteer.

Source: Daily Mirror April 30, 2020 20:28 UTC