peck Posted November 9, 2021 Report Share Posted November 9, 2021 (edited) I see a lot people on telly wearing poppies other than the traditional poppy that is made by the British Legion and am wondering if the producers of the non traditional poppies make any sort of contribution to the RBL for using the traditional design of poppy. I know that the traditional poppy is not trademarked or copy writen. Does anyone know if any sort of donation is made to the RBL?. Edited November 9, 2021 by peck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
welsh1 Posted November 9, 2021 Report Share Posted November 9, 2021 14 minutes ago, peck said: I see a lot people on telly wearing poppies other than the traditional poppy that is made by the British Legion and am wondering if the producers of the non traditional poppies make any sort of contribution to the RBL for using the traditional design of poppy. I know that the traditional poppy is not trademarked or copy writen. Does anyone know if any sort of donation is made to the RBL?. The red poppy is actually trademarked by the RBL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peck Posted November 9, 2021 Author Report Share Posted November 9, 2021 1 minute ago, welsh1 said: The red poppy is actually trademarked by the RBL That's interesting, so makers of these "other " poppies must have to get a licence from the RBL. I wonder how many actually do. I see these other poppies all over the place for sale. I also see steel cut outs of Tommies with rifles around the place, who thinks these producers and sellers should be making some sort of contribution. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
welsh1 Posted November 9, 2021 Report Share Posted November 9, 2021 12 minutes ago, peck said: That's interesting, so makers of these "other " poppies must have to get a licence from the RBL. I wonder how many actually do. I see these other poppies all over the place for sale. I also see steel cut outs of Tommies with rifles around the place, who thinks these producers and sellers should be making some sort of contribution. At this time of year they all come out of the woodwork jumping on the fact that people want to support but do not realise that poppy off ebay doesn't contribute anything to the welfare of Veterans or their families. It would just cost to much to take them all to court. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samboy Posted November 9, 2021 Report Share Posted November 9, 2021 Youtube Jim Davidson and poppies. Makes you wonder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlaserF3 Posted November 9, 2021 Report Share Posted November 9, 2021 The paper for the poppies is still made at James Croppers PLC paper mill in Burneside near Kendal. They do not charge for this and never have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnfromUK Posted November 10, 2021 Report Share Posted November 10, 2021 I wear a 're-usable' poppy - a small enamelled lapel badge, and I have several 'traditional' poppies retained form previous years. The re-usable was bought from RBL website a few years ago. When the collector comes round, I make the usual donation, but don't take a fresh poppy. Incidentally, the little RBL poppy is nicely made and rather less prone to damage (e.g. getting water damaged etc.) on outdoor days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scully Posted November 10, 2021 Report Share Posted November 10, 2021 17 minutes ago, JohnfromUK said: I wear a 're-usable' poppy - a small enamelled lapel badge, and I have several 'traditional' poppies retained form previous years. The re-usable was bought from RBL website a few years ago. When the collector comes round, I make the usual donation, but don't take a fresh poppy. Incidentally, the little RBL poppy is nicely made and rather less prone to damage (e.g. getting water damaged etc.) on outdoor days. That’s a tidy little thing. Think I may get one. I always buy the paper ones, one for each member in the household, but don’t always remember to wear it. A little lapel badge such as that ( more likely to be stuck in my hat ) I could just leave in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newbie to this Posted November 10, 2021 Report Share Posted November 10, 2021 4 hours ago, JohnfromUK said: I wear a 're-usable' poppy - a small enamelled lapel badge, and I have several 'traditional' poppies retained form previous years. The re-usable was bought from RBL website a few years ago. When the collector comes round, I make the usual donation, but don't take a fresh poppy. Incidentally, the little RBL poppy is nicely made and rather less prone to damage (e.g. getting water damaged etc.) on outdoor days. Been wearing one of these since they came out. I do buy a new one each year with the date on it, and special anniversary ones like the 100 years of the RBL this year. I think the small ones are £2.50 but I aways chuck a £10 note in for each one bought. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnfromUK Posted November 10, 2021 Report Share Posted November 10, 2021 1 minute ago, Newbie to this said: I do buy a new one each year with the date on it Yes, I think that they got wise to the undated ones! Not sure they do them any more. I do give to the collector though and last year (as there were no local collectors) I gave on line (direct to RBL) instead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted November 10, 2021 Report Share Posted November 10, 2021 I was discussing the metal dated poppies this morning with my nurse while she took blood. She told me that one outlet was charging £2 for a 2021 but you could have a 2020 for £1. As other have stated, it would be good to think everyone making a profit sent a proportion to RBL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnfromUK Posted November 10, 2021 Report Share Posted November 10, 2021 54 minutes ago, TIGHTCHOKE said: As other have stated, it would be good to think everyone making a profit sent a proportion to RBL. Or buy direct from RBL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonka54 Posted November 12, 2021 Report Share Posted November 12, 2021 On 09/11/2021 at 21:11, samboy said: Youtube Jim Davidson and poppies. Makes you wonder. I am with you on this one samboy, I was under the impression that all the proceeds of poppy sales and tin collections , apart from administration costs, was used to support causes. As you say, if Jim Davidsons comments accurately describe the actual use of the public's donations, I for one, will be thinking twice about making donations in the future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ricko Posted November 13, 2021 Report Share Posted November 13, 2021 I was telling colleagues at work that they used to say 'Haig Fund' in the centre, made me feel old. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zipdog Posted November 14, 2021 Report Share Posted November 14, 2021 On 09/11/2021 at 20:37, welsh1 said: At this time of year they all come out of the woodwork jumping on the fact that people want to support but do not realise that poppy off ebay doesn't contribute anything to the welfare of Veterans or their families. It would just cost to much to take them all to court. Arguably you don’t wear a poppy for that reason, you wear a poppy to show respect to those who laid down their life. My Great Uncle wore the same poppy year on year, he was a frugal man, but very respecting to those who, of this generation, didn’t survive the war. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scully Posted November 14, 2021 Report Share Posted November 14, 2021 Got myself a little enamel one yesterday in Sainsbury’s, for my cap. They were 2.50 each but it cost me a fiver as when I put the money in the collection box, he told me they had no change! Daylight robbery! 🙂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnfromUK Posted November 14, 2021 Report Share Posted November 14, 2021 1 hour ago, Scully said: Got myself a little enamel one yesterday in Sainsbury’s, for my cap. Great thing now is not to lose it before next year! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scully Posted November 14, 2021 Report Share Posted November 14, 2021 20 minutes ago, JohnfromUK said: Great thing now is not to lose it before next year! Yes. Will endeavour to put it somewhere safe, that I can remember! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enfieldspares Posted November 14, 2021 Report Share Posted November 14, 2021 On 09/11/2021 at 20:37, welsh1 said: At this time of year they all come out of the woodwork jumping on the fact that people want to support but do not realise that poppy off ebay doesn't contribute anything to the welfare of Veterans or their families. It would just cost to much to take them all to court. This sort of nonsense? I asked one prominent seller on Amazon or eBay etc., how much actually was given to RBL and other similar. I think it was less than 5%. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ph5172 Posted November 14, 2021 Report Share Posted November 14, 2021 44 minutes ago, Scully said: Yes. Will endeavour to put it somewhere safe, that I can remember! I find pinning it on the inside suit pocket works. Or on top of a curtain Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scully Posted November 14, 2021 Report Share Posted November 14, 2021 3 hours ago, ph5172 said: I find pinning it on the inside suit pocket works. Or on top of a curtain The curtain sounds like a good idea actually. 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
figgy Posted November 14, 2021 Report Share Posted November 14, 2021 My wife bought mine this year, very good of her. She also bought hers along with other bits. A favourite is the reflective red poppies on a snap faster for key rings etc. Great as a extra visible dog tag or on a set of keys, have gave them to other dog owners in past years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wisdom Posted November 14, 2021 Report Share Posted November 14, 2021 17 hours ago, zipdog said: Arguably you don’t wear a poppy for that reason, you wear a poppy to show respect to those who laid down their life. My Great Uncle wore the same poppy year on year, he was a frugal man, but very respecting to those who, of this generation, didn’t survive the war. I totally agree. I served and remember people we have lost Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
39TDS Posted November 14, 2021 Report Share Posted November 14, 2021 On 10/11/2021 at 08:47, JohnfromUK said: The re-usable was bought from RBL website a few years ago. A few? I noticed this year than mine actually says 2011 on it, I'd of sworn it was only a few years old too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnfromUK Posted November 14, 2021 Report Share Posted November 14, 2021 2 minutes ago, 39TDS said: A few? I noticed this year than mine actually says 2011 on it, I'd of sworn it was only a few years old too. Mine is undated (as pic), but at a guess, about 4 or 5 years ago - not as far back as 2011 I don't think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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