The NPF is now in its 17^th year and  I am very proud to be associated and actively involved with the running and administration of the Fund. Although relatively new to the NPF, since 1990 I have been involved with other service charities in various capacities including as Chairman of two RAFA Branches, a Branch Welfare Officer and until most recently, President of the RAFA Newark & District Branch. Through these roles and as a veteran of some 26 years service, I am, like my NPF colleagues, very focussed on and mindful of the needs and welfare of our ex-service community members and their families.