On the 12th May, myself, some colleagues and friends are cycling to Paris and we are trying to achieve this within 24 hours!

I'm doing this in aid of my niece Amber (9 years old) who has a very rare chromosome disorder called Phelan McDermid syndrome.

Having this syndrome means she has no speech and severely low muscle tone which results in her being unable to stand, walk or crawl, she needs help with every part of daily living. Amber has no independence and will need 24 hour care for the rest of her life.

Despite all of her troubles she is a happy and determined little girl, in the last few months Amber has amazed her family, with the help of a special walker which keeps her upright she has been able to take a few steps.

With the help from fundraising this will enable her family to pay for specialist physiotherapy and equipment to help them reach their ultimate goal....their special little girl being able to walk independently.

Please give to a worthy cause which is very close to my heart.