So many of you have been so generous over the last four years; together we have raised over £15,000 for the Anthony Nolan Trust. This is marathon no.5 that I am running for this amazing charity that really does save lives, and your sponsorship could mean that someone is walking around next year who otherwise wouldn’t be.

Also, tragic events in the news disappear from our consciousness very quickly. The shattering earthquake in Haiti has faded from our TV screens. However, I will match every pound you sponsor over my target figure of £3,000 and donate it to the DEC Haiti Earthquake Appeal.

So please, let this be the year when we do something life-changing. Sponsor me for the London Marathon, and together we can do something amazing.

Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving – they’ll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they’ll send your money directly to the charity and make sure Gift Aid is reclaimed on every eligible donation by a UK taxpayer. So it’s the most efficient way to donate - I raise more, whilst saving time and cutting costs for the charity.

So please dig deep and donate now.