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HeadlineAnonymous post boxes aim to battle loneliness this Valentine’s Day

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StandfirstRed Letter Days has partnered with the Salvation Army and the Campaign for Loneliness to spread the love this Valentines.

Anonymous red post boxes have been placed around London to help battle loneliness this Valentine’s Day.

According to Age UK, Londoners have the highest risk of loneliness. For those suffering from loneliness, Valentine’s Day can be a difficult time.

That’s why Red Letter Days have partnered with Campaign for Loneliness, and the Salvation Army, to attempt to battle loneliness in the capital today.

Red Letter Boxes have been dotted around the city for the public to post anonymous letters to the elderly or homeless.

Primary school children from Potters Bar in Hertfordshire have spread the love by posting their homemade cards.

Naomi Haeger, designer of the flagship post box outside the Salvation Army shop on Princes Street, explained her motivation to be a part of the Campaign:

“I wanted to keep the design quite Classic to fit with the commercial picture we have of Valentines day.

“I think all the advertising across London can make Valentines particularly lonely. So, I’m thrilled to be a part of a campaign that gives back to society.”

Jeremy is a volunteer at that same Salvation Army shop.

“I’ve been pleased to see lots of people posting letters, both young and old.

“I think Valentine’s Day can be very exclusive and I hope to see the campaign become even more successful in years to come as awareness is raised.”

As lovebirds indulge on this exclusive day, the hope is that the red letter boxes scattered across the capital will help to make Valentine’s Day more bearable for some of those suffering from loneliness.