We are pleased to announce Higos Insurance Services Ltd as our first business sponsor. On Thursday 13th August 2015 the first local artist commissioned large star was revealed, Neil Wyatt and Emma Wright from Higos Insurance Services Ltd was presented with the star, also present was the Mayor of Taunton Marcia Hill and Kevin Smith Trustee Stand Against Violence.

Kevin Smith says “This is the beginning of what will lead up to truly unique event on 25th September 2015, a day where we commemorate the 10th anniversary of Lloyd Fouracre and raise awareness of the important work Stand Against Violence does. We are bring the community of Taunton together.”

Neil Wyatt, Head of Marketing at Higos Insurance Services said “Higos is delighted to support Stand Against Violence and the fantastic work they do, which has undoubtedly had a positive impact on many young lives in the region. The plans to celebrate their tenth anniversary on 25^th September are amazing and we look forward to seeing the constellation“

Kevin Smith says “We are so excited to have a company such as Higos Insurance to kick start our business sponsorship. The event has been in the planning for a good few months now and its amazing to see the business side officially start, some of you might of already seen local children decorating their stars at various events in and around Taunton, we have nearly 2,000 stars decorated already which is awesome”.

25th September will see a number of events take place on the Castle Green and surrounding area starting with a large networking breakfast, guest speakers are Jeremy Hyams from Claims Consortium Group talking his business story and why he supports SAV and Adam Fouracre CEO and founder of SAV. We will also be official unveiling the maze which will display all the stars designed by local children and businesses. Following that we have the story of SAV, in the marquee on the Castle Green you will be able to learn all about SAV, past, present and future. Then we have a networking lunch in The Castle Hotel, businesses and sponsors will be invited to join us. The evening event will consist of live music, a BBQ and a pico light display projecting stars and constellations on to the walls of the buildings surrounding Castle Green. A light procession will also take place with local cadet groups including the police cadets and air cadets and all the young people who have decorated stars have been invited to take part. There will be a minutes silence and dedication to Lloyd before the evening is drawn to a close.

On Saturday 26th September, Lloyd's birthday ambassadors for Stand Against Violence, the Taunton Rugby Football Club will be hosting a special game at the ground which will also be remembering Lloyd. The match will see half of ticket profits donated to the charity for anyone wearing red. There will be a fun day taking place along side the match for young people and families so there will be plenty for everyone. Local cadets will also be on hand helping and supporting collections on the day. Following the match there will be live music and the fun day will continue before the evening live screening of the England Vs Wales rugby game. There will be bus transport from the Town centre for this day as well.

As you can see there is something for everyone

Stand Against Violence was setup in Lloyds honour by his brother Adam Fouracre to raise the awareness of the consequences of violence and the devastating effect it has. By educating children we hope that history will not repeat itself so others will not endure the same.

Clayton Jane as photographer http://www.claytonjane.co.uk and Samantha Petrie as the artist.