GENEROUS county residents have donated more than £200,000 to the Royal British Legion's poppy appeal since it was launched last October.

The figure makes up part of the total £3.1million raised by those living in the West Midlands area and will help the Legion continue to provide direct welfare support and advice to the armed forces community.

For advice from the Legion call 0808 802 8080 or visit britishlegion.org.uk for more information.