An Isle of Wight war veteran has launched a fundraiser in a bid to establish a veterans’ hub.

Dale Hillier, 58, is concerned there is a dearth of services for veterans on the Island, and is looking to establish and run a seven-day veterans hub ­— a place for veterans to fraternise and share experiences.

Dale, who has previously raised funds for charities such as Forgotten Veterans, has set a target of £300,000, which he says will be enough to set up a premises and hire staff.

“There are a lot of veterans taking their own lives at the minute,” said Dale…

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