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Nisa retailer Mike Sohal delivers prepared meals for the vulnerable in Warrington

Nisa retailer Mike Sohal delivers prepared meals for the vulnerable in Warrington

Three Nisa retailers have joined forces to bring much-needed relief to their local communities in the aftermath of severe flooding over the New Year period.

Each retailer has donated £1,000 through Making a Difference Locally’s (MADL) ‘A Moment in Time’ initiative, ensuring a total of £3,000 goes directly to supporting those impacted by the floods.


Mike Sohal and Mr. and Mrs. Kuldeep Dhillon, Nisa retailers in Warrington, and Tapan Chotai, a Nisa retailer in Stockport, have each taken extraordinary steps to assist their communities.

The Warrington floods caused significant damage, particularly in the Bewsey area, leaving many families displaced and without power. Tapan’s Stockport store was directly hit by the flooding, while Mike and Kuldeep took action by cooking meals at their local Gurdwara to provide food for those affected in Warrington.

Nisa Local store in BramhallNisa Local store in Bramhall

“The impact of the floods on our communities has been horrifying to watch so I’m delighted to be able to assist local residents who are finding it tough at the moment through no fault of their own,” Sohal said.

“I’d like to thank the MADL team at Nisa for their swift support and enabling us to get some much-needed funding to our communities.”

The funds donated by the retailers were made possible through MADL’s ‘A Moment in Time’ initiative, introduced in 2021. This unique programme enables Nisa retailers to apply for additional, time-sensitive funding to support urgent local causes when their store’s own MADL funds may not be sufficient. ‘A Moment in Time’ aims to empower retailers to respond quickly to crises and make a tangible impact in their communities.

Sarah Hall, MP for Warrington South, has also been instrumental in rallying support for the affected residents. She has launched a community fundraising campaign, the New Year Floods Appeal, which provides vital aid to those displaced by the floods. The campaign seeks to offer immediate relief, including food, supplies, and essential household items, as well as support for repairing and restoring damaged properties. Hall has called on local businesses to contribute through donations, matching funds, or in-kind support to maximise the impact.

The New Year Floods Appeal remains open for donations, welcoming contributions from individuals and businesses alike. Those wishing to support the residents of Warrington can donate via the official page: www.gofundme.com/f/NewYearFloods.

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