The date has been announced for the memorial gathering for Alan Benson MBE.

Alan Benson MBE and Trustee of local Charity Ruils, sadly passed away on 17 December.

An accessibility activist, Alan was awarded an MBE in 2022 for his services towards public transport for disabled people, and was given Richmond's Freedom of the Borough last year.

His memorial gathering will take place at Mortlake Crematorium (TW9 4EN) at 11:20am on 19 January 2024.

This will continue from 1:30pm at York House, where libations and nibbles will be shared for all.

If you would like to attend, RSVP to [email protected].