From campaigning and policy developments to inspiring stories, fundraising and updates from across our network, find out what’s happening and why it matters.
Explore our latest news below.
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Make your effort count
While taking on a challenge for charity is a great way to meet your personal goals, our fabulous fundraisers also tell us of the enormous feeling of pride when the donations start flowing in from family and friends.
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Falmouth sailor and brain injury survivor returns to offshore racing in support of Headway UK
British sailor Robin Elsey-Webb is making a powerful return to offshore racing this year with the launch of Kernow Ocean Racing/ BlackDog Collaboration.
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Bournemouth family’s third year running London Marathon in honour of loved one who died suddenly from a brain aneurysm
A devoted Bournemouth family has once again laced up their running shoes in memory of a beloved son, husband and friend they lost to brain injury, marking their third consecutive year of taking on the London Marathon in his honour.
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Brain injury survivor dressed as giant brain at London Marathon raises over £15,000 for Headway
A brain injury survivor has shared of his sheer pride at crossing the finish line at this year’s London Marathon- a bucket list race he thought he may never be able to run due to a long, slow and difficult recovery journey.
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TV star’s epic motorbike challenge in memory of a dear friend
Renowned actor and passionate motorcyclist Charles Dale is gearing up for an extraordinary charity motorcycle ride across England and Wales in memory of his dear friend Shaun (below left), who tragically passed away from a brain injury.
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Advocating for survivors in Westminster
Following last year’s election, some of the team from Headway – the brain injury association met with Parliamentarians from the main political parties in Westminster, highlighting the issues that matter to brain injury survivors.
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Headway partners with the Arla Great North Swim to improve famous Lake Windermere event for neurodiversity
Headway – the brain injury association is delighted to be partnering with the Arla Great North Swim on the UK’s biggest open water swimming event, to offer a more accessible environment for those with neurodiverse conditions.
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Brain injury charity expands charity shop portfolio with new Huddersfield store
Leading brain injury charity Headway - the brain injury association have expanded its charity shop portfolio with the opening of a brand-new shop in Huddersfield.
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Leading brain injury charity reaches major milestone with 15,000 Identity Cards issued
A dad-of-two who survived a motorbike crash has credited the UK’s leading brain injury charity’s Identity Card scheme as helping him to “get out of the house again.”
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MPs re-establish Acquired Brain Injury group in parliament
The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Acquired Brain Injury is up and running following a meeting of MPs and members of the House of Lords earlier this month.
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Spring Statement: no new money for brain injury survivors amid welfare cuts
The Chancellor of the Exchequer delivered her Spring Statement this Wednesday 26 March, outlining economic plans for the year ahead and beyond.
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Budget for Brain Injury campaign relaunched – add your voice
Headway – the brain injury association has relaunched our campaign calling on the Chancellor to commit to budgeting for brain injury in the upcoming Spring Statement on Wednesday 26 March.
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