THE Island's response to Ukraine has been supported by MP Bob Seely, who visited the MAD-Aid charity.
The charity has been coordinating aid efforts from the Isle of Wight, to support Ukrainians fleeing Russia's invasion.
Mr Seely met with Victoria Dunford, charity founder, in East Cowes on Saturday, to hear more about how Islanders have supported the cause so far, and the difference the aid had made.
So far, eight MAD-Aid trucks have transported aid valued at around half a million pounds to Moldova from the Isle of Wight.
Ms Dunford said: “It was a privilege to welcome Mr Seely to show him what we do and to discuss the need for continued help into Moldova to assist the large number of Ukrainian displaced people who left Ukraine with so little.”
Mr Seely said the Island had produced a "first-class response" to the situation.
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He said: “I have seen for myself how generous Islanders have been and I have heard about the amazing work being done by MAD-Aid to get this aid to Ukrainian refugees.
“Thank you to Victoria for the amazing work she is coordinating to help Ukrainian refugees and thank you to Islanders for their continued support.”
List of items needed for Ukraine
MAD-Aid continues to welcome donations.
They can be dropped off at locations including the County Press office in Pyle Street, Newport, or MAD-Aid at 10 York Avenue, East Cowes.
Money can be donated via www.mad-aid.org.uk/donate/
Aid needed now:
Long shelf-life food
White goods such as washing machines, fridges, freezers, electrical cookers
Single use cutlery, glasses, plates
Hygiene products
Washing powder
Washing up liquid
Cleaning products
Nappies – all sizes
Spring and summer clothes
Single beds
Saucepans / cutlery
Electrical kettles
Towels, blankets and single bedding
Painkillers
Dressings
Sleeping bags
Nappies for adults – wounded soldiers
Tents and camp beds
Tourniquets
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