Nuneaton's COVID test centre is now collecting donations to send to Ukraine

There has been an overwhelming response from the local community.

Councillor Heather Timms, Portfolio Holder for Environment, Climate and Culture, said: “We are really proud of our testing team in Nuneaton. They have played a key role in keeping Warwickshire communities safer throughout the pandemic. So, it’s no surprise that they are now stepping forward to help those in need in Ukraine. The donations received so far demonstrate just how amazing the residents in Nuneaton are and the difference community power can make.  

“Once boxed up, all donations will be delivered to the local co-ordinator, Aneta Warlikowski at Century Business Park who is co-ordinating donations on behalf of the Polish Parish Church in Coventry.” 

Donations can be dropped off at the test site - United Reform Church, Chapel Street, Nuneaton, CV11 5QH between 8am and 4pm Monday to Friday and 10am to 4pm on Saturday and all donations will be sent to the Poland-Ukraine border. 

If you are looking to donate there is a specific list of donation requests which includes: 

• Blankets 

• Toiletries – including nappies, toothpaste, and sanitary towels 

• Torches 

• Tinned and dried food – it needs to be in date 

• PPE 

• First aid kits – including bandages, plasters, and pain killers 

• Camping equipment – sleeping bags and mats 

• Travel cots – need to be in good condition