TV weather presenter Judith Ralston is backing a new nationwide initiative which encourages people to hold fundraising barbeques.
The Big Scotch Beef Sizzle is sponsored by the Scotch Beef brand and run by Scotland’s Hospices Together – a national partnership of 10 of Scotland’s independent hospices and the Children’s Hospices Association Scotland (CHAS).
Scotland’s Hospices Together chairman John Brady said: “We would like to encourage as many people as possible across Scotland to host a barbeque in June to support their local hospice. These hospices provide end-of-life care and support to patients and their families and are reliant on donations and voluntary support to continue providing that care.”
Weather presenter Judith Ralston said by taking part in the Big Scotch Beef Sizzle people could catch up with friends and family while raising money for a worthwhile cause.
She said: “One of the joys of our country is the variety, and unpredictability, of our weather which means hosting a BBQ is always an adventure. The secret is to be prepared – pack an umbrella along with the suncream and there will be nothing to stop the fun.
“I would encourage everyone to get involved in the Big Scotch Beef Sizzle which is a fantastic way to your local hospice and your local community.
Carol McLaren, of Quality Meat Scotland, which oversees the Scotch Beef brand, said: “This initiative offers a great opportunity for people to take time out together and enjoy cooking top quality local food, like Scotch Beef, with friends and family while at the same time supporting a cause which is the heart of our local communities.”