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Mannin Cancers Support Group receives King's Award for Voluntary Service

The island charity, run by volunteers to help people affected by cancer, has been given the top UK and Crown Dependency honour for local voluntary groups.

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Manx Wire · https://manxwire.im/community/2026-11-14-mannin-cancers-support-group-receives-kings-award-for-voluntary/

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Mannin Cancers Support Group has been given The King’s Award for Voluntary Service 2026, the Isle of Man Government announced on 14 November.

The charity is run by volunteers and supports islanders affected by cancer, according to the government.

The government described the award, known as KAVS, as the top honour open to local voluntary groups across the UK and the Crown Dependencies. It is made to groups rather than to individuals.

  • Community
  • Charity
  • Cancer support
  • King's Award
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