Autism is a lifelong developmental disability that affects the way a person communicates and relates to people around them. Children and adults with autism have difficulties with everyday social interaction. Their ability to develop friendships is generally limited as is their capacity to understand other people's emotional expression.

The National Autistic Society relies on funds from voluntary sources for the development of a range of services to meet the needs of people with autism, their carers and their families.

So, I thought it would be a great idea to run the Flora London Marathon on 23rd April 2006 and raise as much money for the NAS as I could. My target is £ 1,500 so please dig deep and sponsor me online.

Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor me: National Autistic Society will receive your money faster and, if you are a UK taxpayer, an extra 28% in tax will be added to your gift at no cost to you. So please sponsor me now! Many thanks for your kind support, Neil