This Autumn, I will be taking on the Royal Parks Half Marathon and raising funds for a vital cause. Thank you in advance for supporting my huge challenge and donating whatever you can, it will make a massive difference.

I had to pull out of last year’s Royal Parks due to injury - this year, I’m doubly determined to get round! MacMillan are close to my heart because of the excellent work they do to support people living with cancer, whether that is nursing, emotional support or helping people get the financial help they need.

If you know my work, you’ll know I’m interested in the history of telephone helplines! £1,046 could fund the MacMillan energy advice phone service for one day. They typically help around 40 callers or web enquirers each day - anything I can contribute towards this from my perspiration and your generous support will make a very real difference.