Our CTO, Andrew Herbert, has recently been diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND) at the age of 51. In Andrews true style he will not be beaten and is committed to raising awareness about MND and to help others.MND is a rare condition that can affect anyone at any age but is more common in the over 50s. It affects the nerves (motor neurones) which means movement is affected, along with a range of other symptoms including slurred speech & difficulty swallowing.

Over the course of the week commencing 5th September, we are pledging as a company to achieve a target of 20,051 miles. During his time at Novuna, Andrew has commuted from Skipton to work in Leeds by bike once a week for seven and a half years. This was a 64 mile round trip which comes to about 20,000 miles (impressive hey!) and we have added his age at diagnosis, 51. The money we raise will be matched by Novuna and donated to the MND Association who fund research, improve care, and provide support. 

My personal contribution towards the 20051 mile target will be 100 miles on the spin bike - wish me luck!