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North West Trucks supports veteran employees

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DAF Trucks dealership, North West Trucks, supported two employees who are armed forces veterans as they took on the 11-mile Edinburgh Kiltwalk.
Paul and Neil alongside Jon Hill Dealer Principal
Paul and Neil alongside Jon Hill Dealer Principal - (Image credit: North West Trucks)

Neil Bishop and Paul Dunning took part in the event to raise money for charity, Who Dares Cares (WDC). North West Trucks and parent company Greenhous Group donated a combined £500 to the charity, as well as covering the pair’s travel costs.

The ‘Big Stroll’ saw Bishop and Dunning join hundreds of other kilt wearers walk through Edinburgh’s city centre and along its coastline. WDC is a Scottish charity dedicated to supporting armed forces and emergency services personnel and their families who are affected by post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). 

WDC was founded by television’s ‘SAS – Who Dares Wins’ star Colin MacLachlan, and fellow ex-veteran Calum Macleod, both of whom have both shared their personal experiences with PTSD.

Kevin Swinnerton, managing director truck division, Greenhous Group, said: “We’re delighted to support Neil and Paul on their challenge. Their dedication to raising awareness and helping others is truly inspiring.”

Bishop and Dunning are joined by a team of fellow veterans including Neil’s wife and Paul’s dad and brother-in-law. Dunning added: “Walking alongside fellow comrades and my family for such a worthy cause will be a memorable experience. We’re all in this together to raise as much awareness and support as we can.”

Dunning concluded: “This walk is not just about us; it’s about giving back to those who’ve sacrificed so much. We’re grateful for the support from North West Trucks and everyone who’s helping us along the way.”

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