Didn't think I'd be back raising money again so soon - but here we are.

After last year's fundraiser in memory of my Mum, I'm now giving my Dad the same treatment following his sudden passing in late 2025.

Similar to last year, I'll be running the 2026 Manchester Half Marathon on October 4 but before then, I'll also be putting my out-of-shape body through the Great Manchester Run on May 31.

I'm already out of breath just thinking about it, to be honest.

Through his work, my Dad was a fierce yet quiet champion of changing young lives in meaningful ways. It was something that had a huge impact on children across the North West; rescuing them from unsafe backgrounds and giving them access to a brighter, better and more positive futures.

To honour this legacy, I'll be raising money for Child Action North West - a charity with similar goals. Any and all donations would be welcome, no matter how small - with all of them going to an important cause.