Police ready to scrum down

LEICESTERSHIRE Police are hosting a charity rugby match to raise money for The Leicester Tigers Wheelchair Rugby Team and Coping with Cancer.

Taking place at the Queen Elizabeth Jubilee Leisure Centre, the match will see the police team ‘The Westcotes Warriors’ square off against the Tigers’ Wheelchair Rugby Team.

PCSO Kate Needham, event organiser, said: “This should be a really great event and we are really hoping that members of the public will show their support and come and join us.

“I am passionate about raising awareness of disabilities in sport, along with wanting to raise lots of money for two great charities.”

During the event, police are also hoping to hold a silent auction to raise even more money for respective charities.

Kate added: “We would be grateful to any local businesses that would be willing to donate prizes to be auctioned off during the event.”

The event takes place this Saturday between 11.30am and 4.30pm and will be opened by Chief Constable Simon Cole. Tickets are £5 are available from LCil Westend Neighbourhood Centre, Leicester, Welford Road and Hinckley Road Police Station.

If you are interested in donating a prize to be auctioned off, please contact PCSO 6859 Kate Needham by calling 101.