AN organisation which provides support for serving and ex-navy personnel has closed its branch in Launceston.

The Royal Naval Association’s Launceston branch has announced its closure after not enough volunteers came forward to run its committee.

The Royal Naval Association (RNA) is a free to join, rank blind membership organisation primarily for serving and former serving Royal Navy personnel and their families.

The organisation aims to help members through life’s highs and lows via peer support, welfare signposting and organised activities and events.

Established in the aftermath of WW2, the mission of the RNA is to’ foster comradeship to our membership through events, communications and welfare support, thereby enhancing our Naval Family’.

However, this week it was announced that Launceston was set to lose its branch due to a lack of volunteers to help run the group.

The RNA chief of staff has said that the organisation is saddened to hear of the closure, but those seeking support from the organisation can benefit from a number of other groups near by.

Chris Trevethan, Royal Naval Association chief of staff said: “The Royal Naval Association (RNA) is saddened that the Launceston branch has had to close due to lack of volunteers to run the committee. RNA Launceston members remain part of the RNA family and will be encouraged to join a neighbouring branches of Liskeard, Saltash, Bude, or join the online membership if they are unable to attend branch meetings.

“The RNA is a diverse and inclusive organisation which welcomes everyone with a naval story, be they serving, veterans or families. With over 25,000 members it provides comradeship and support to all its members throughout the UK and the rest of the world. For any enquiries or concerns, contact the RNA Central Office [email protected] 02392 723747”