The EG Group says it has raised more than £47,000 for Macmillan Cancer Support, following a four-month partnership.  

The funds were raised across sites in the UK at more than 1,500 donation banks where both staff and customers could donate.

Staff also participated in fundraising events including a Macmillan ‘Chai’ Morning and a hike in the Yorkshire Dales, the company said.

Foundations and CSR manager at EG Group, Mohamed Valli, said: “We are proud to have donated such a fantastic amount to Macmillan Cancer Support and are thankful to our colleagues and customers for their generous, continued support. 

"With the great work that Macmillan’s teams carry out every day, we’re optimistic that our donation will help Macmillan achieve its goal of bringing forward the day when those who need it get life-transforming support from day one.”

Head of corporate business development at Macmillan Cancer Support, Anne Eaglesfield, added: “We would like to say a massive thank you to EG Group and members of the public for their incredible fundraising over the last four months.

"We are so grateful for everyone who has donated and taken part in all the activities, it has been brilliant to see the commitment and dedication to raising much needed funds.. 

"The money raised by EG Group will enable us to continue to provide the vital services that mean so much to people living with and affected by cancer.

"Support from partners like EG Group and the incredible fundraisers allow us to continue to do whatever it takes for people living with cancer - a huge thank you.”

EG Group said its final charity partnership of 2023 will be with children's charity the NSPCC.