Since the October 2014 Sleepout I have seen for myself many of the great things that the organisations benefitting from the money raised have done.

The donations are used to fund initiatives and projects that have made a huge difference to people’s lives, helping individuals less fortunate than those of us taking one night of our year out to do this - something that does not begin to compare with the reality constantly facing homeless people.

It should be a cause for concern to all of us that the problem continues to grow across the UK. The increase in the numbers of people classed as homeless is across all age groups and I was shocked to find out that so many people fall through gaps in the system through no fault of their own.

Please think about how your donation will help change the lives of those who need a helping hand and support me by donating through Just Giving