End of an era for Action Cancer as Norma steps down

To mark the occasion Norma handed over a cheque for 25,000, bringing the total raised during her eleven years as Chairperson of the group to a staggering 640,000.

Speaking as she presented the money to Douglas King from Action Cancer, Norma said: "The group have worked so hard to raise such a fantastic total and I would like to thank all of them for their commitment and support, particularly Jean Hazley and Eva Dobson who have worked with me as Secretary and Treasurer during my term.

"I would also like to acknowledge and thank all the local businesses and members of the Lisburn community who have been so generous in the last eleven years. I hope the group continues to grow and flourish and I wish Olive the best of luck in her new role."

Olive Fraser, incoming Chairperson for the Lisburn Action Cancer Group thanked Norma and her husband Eddie for all their hard work over the years.

"They have worked tirelessly to help raise a huge amount of money that has benefited the people of Northern Ireland through Action Cancer's early detection and support services" she said. "Norma has left big shoes to fill but I am excited to take on the role as Chairperson and work with such a fantastic group of volunteers."

Dougie King, Head of Fundraising and Communications for Action Cancer, praised Norma for her commitment over the years and thanked Olive for taking over the role of Chairperson.

"Action Cancer is very proud of the Lisburn Group and what they have achieved and this is in no small part down to the commitment of both Norma as Chairperson and Eddie who has supported her," he said.

"I would like to thank Olive for stepping into the role and I know the other group members will help her ably. The funds the Lisburn group raise go a long way in allowing Action Cancer to offer its early detection and support services to the people of Northern Ireland and we thank them for their contribution."

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