Angela Bowcock, Managing Director of The Farmart Magazine, invited to launch of Rural Communities Cancer Project at the House of Lords

Angela Bowcock, Managing Director of the Farmart Magazine in Altrincham, will today attend a special lunch reception at the Palace of Westminster, to mark the UK launch of the Rural Communities Cancer Project. The event, hosted by The Farming Community Network (FCN) and Macmillan Cancer Support, will take place from 12:15pm to 2:30pm in the Attlee and Reid Room of the House of Lords.

The Rural Communities Cancer Project is a UK-wide partnership aimed at improving support for those living with or affected by cancer in farming communities and rural areas. Angela’s attendance at this prestigious event underscores her ongoing commitment to supporting rural communities through her work with The Farmart Magazine.

Chaired by Lord Curry of Kirkharle, the reception will bring together key stakeholders from the farming and healthcare sectors to discuss the growing need to address health inequalities in rural and farming communities. One of the primary goals of the partnership is to raise awareness of the signs, symptoms, and risks associated with cancer, as well as to encourage early detection through the Nip it in the Bud campaign.

The event will mark the beginning of the new campaign, which aims to reduce the barriers to healthcare access for farmers and those working in rural areas. In many cases, farmers and rural workers face difficulties in seeking medical care due to the isolation of their work environment, long hours, and limited access to healthcare facilities.

The Nip it in the Bud campaign is also designed to highlight the specific cancer risks faced by those in farming communities, such as skin cancer, prostate cancer, and cancers linked to exposure to harmful chemicals or environmental factors. It also aims to improve access to healthcare services, promote early detection, and provide vital support for individuals and families affected by cancer in rural areas.

Angela commented:
“I am honoured to be invited to such an important event. Cancer care and awareness are critical issues for farming communities, and the Nip it in the Bud initiative will play a key role in ensuring that those living in rural areas have access to the support they need. Through my work as editor of the magazine over the past 6 years, I’ve seen first-hand the challenges faced by farmers, both young and old, and I look forward to helping raise awareness of this invaluable project.”

As part of the ongoing partnership, the FCN and Macmillan Cancer Support are also focused on building referral bridges between rural communities and specialised cancer support services, ensuring that individuals and families affected by cancer are able to access both the medical and emotional support they need.

For more information on the Rural Communities Cancer Project and the Nip it in the Bud campaign, please visit fcn.org.uk/cancersupport/