In April 2027, at the age of 70, I will be taking on the huge challenge of running the 10th anniversary edition of the London Landmarks Half Marathon for a special cause.

I will be running to support Palace for Life. Having been raised in South London and being a long time Palace supporter I know the great work that is done by this charity. You can learn more by clicking on this link: Palace for Life.

All funds raised will support their work in the community through investment into programmes, tackling some of the biggest challenges facing the community today.

The money raised will go towards three key areas of our work:

1. Keeping more young people away from knife crime, violence and anti-social behaviour

2. Helping more young people find career and job opportunities

3. Supporting more young people with their mental and physical well being.

I have personally know friends that have been the victims of knife crimes and know the damage that it can do to families. I also know of the need to support the well being of young people and the need for assistance in helping them find job opportunities and careers.

Thank you so much in advance for donating whatever you can no matter how small, it really will make a massive difference.