Gavin shares this latest news on behalf of Island Roads. Ed
There was a bit of pain but plenty of gain in a hair-raising charity effort by Island Roads traffic management operative Ben Meakin.
Ben agreed to have a full back and chest (and nostril) wax as part of a programme of events to raise cash for Isle of Wight Homes-Start, the good cause chosen by Island Roads staff as their charity of the year.
Isle of Wight Home-Start, is a charity supporting local families on the Island who are experiencing difficulties.
![Ben after the waxing](https://onthewight.com/wp-content/2019/06/Ben-1-1.jpg)
Ben’s colleagues Elbie Todd and Maria Escandell were quick to offer Ben their help and eagerly, and literally, tore strips off him as staff looked on.
Ben said:
“It did hurt a bit. And when the hot wax went up my nostrils it made my eyes water, I must admit.
“But with a bit of soothing cream it wasn’t too bad. In fact I will be getting Elbie to wax my chest again shortly.
“It was all a bit of fun and I was delighted to be able to raise money for the local Home-start.”
Ben’s waxing raised over £500 for Isle of Wight Home-Start.