KBRT was founded following a family tragedy in June 2013 when Kevin Bell died suddenly in New York. Facing a large bill to bring Kevin’s body home the family set up a fundraiser. When Kevin’s US employer paid the have the body repatriated his parents decided to use the funds collected to help other families. Since 2013 there have been over 1600 repatriations of persons who have died abroad in tragic or sudden circumstances.

To mark the official launch of the partnership, Tughans LLP hosted a special event bringing together colleagues across the firm. Diarmaid McAuley from KBRT shared an insight into to the charity’s invaluable work and the support it provides families at an incredibly difficult time.

A spokesperson for Tughans LLP extended their thanks to Mr McAuley and said: “We look forward to supporting KBRT through our fundraising activities over the coming year.”