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Issue:- Sunday, 10 January 2016

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Staff take on 3 Peaks challenge to thank the Royal

A group of plucky students and staff from Lancaster have climbed 3 tough Yorkshire peaks to raise money to thank the Royal for the care staff gave their fellow student.

The 30 students and staff from the STOR-i Centre, at Lancaster University embarked on the gruelling challenge soon after 1st year postgraduate student Gwern Owain was diagnosed with the blood cancer leukaemia, and treated at the Royal Liverpool University Hospital.

"Sadly Gwern passed away a few days before the walk, which made it very emotional. But since we had already put so much effort into fundraising, we were determined to go through with it and raise as much as we could." said student Lucy Morgan.

"Gwern was really popular around here, and because he was such an outdoor person we wanted to get out and tackle the Yorkshire 3 Peaks Challenge to raise money. He had great care in the Royal, and when we visited him there we were all very impressed with the doctors and nurses and wanted to show our thanks. Gwern, was just 25 when he passed away." added fellow student Andrew Wright.

The group set out before dawn, on 24 October 2016, and climbed through thick fog to the 1st peak. "When we reached the top of Pen-y-Ghent, we couldn't see any sign of the ground." recalls Jamie Leigh Chapman.

Further into the 24.5 mile walk, things got worse. "Ingleborough was pretty tough..." admited Lucy. "We were all shattered and just wanted to get to the end. But at the top the skies cleared, and we had a moment's silence for Gwern. It was a beautiful place to take a minute to pay our respects. The walk was very emotional, but something that helped a lot of us say goodbye."

The challenge raised an amazing Ł2,291, which the group sent to the Royal. "Staff at the Royal gave Gwern amazing care, and it would be wonderful if the money we raised was used to help other people fighting this terrible disease. After all the great care he received, we just wanted to give something back." said Andrew.

"This is such an incredible challenge. Lucy and the team must be so proud of their achievements. Every penny raised by the team has brought us one step closer to creating a new Royal Hospital for us all. We would like to thank Lucy and the team for completing such a remarkable challenge." said Loren Slade, events fundraiser at R-charity.

For more information contact Carol via email or call her on:- 01517064390.

What is the future of UK Press Regulation?

THE LSE Media Policy Project Public Lecture will be held on Wednesday, 20 January 2016 in the Hong Kong Theatre, London, from 6.30pm to 8pm. it will be asking:- "What is the future of press regulation in an era of digital publication?" It will also see the Chair of Impress, Walter Merricks CBE, will outline the role of IMPRESS within the rapidly changing media environment. This event is free and open to all with no ticket or pre-registration required, but entry is on a 1st come, 1st served basis. This event will be of particular interest for news publishers, editors, journalists and anyone working in this field. The event will also ask:-

► "What are the lessons of Leveson for the growing range of small and non-profit publishers, who make up the news media landscape?"

► "How can independent regulation help create new opportunities for journalists to speak truth to power?"

For any queries please contact the LSE events team via email or by calling them on:- 0207 955 6043.

Dad of 2 sons with cerebral palsy to run London Marathon for their charity

STEPHEN Hannam from Cheshire will be running the London Marathon in April 2016, on behalf of Stick 'n' Step, a charity that supports children with cerebral palsy and their families. Stephen has run the London Marathon previously for the charity, but was unwell the week before competing last time and was admitted to hospital. Undeterred he still took part, by discharging himself from hospital, but despite crossing the finishing line, he was disappointed with his time.

Stephen has 2 sons who are supported weekly by Stick 'n' Step - Jack who is 10 years old and Oliver who is nine. Having gained sponsorship and trained for the challenge, Stephen felt very unwell 10 days before the event during his final training and was taken to hospital. After raising money for the charity, he wanted to ensure he had a go at running the marathon, even with a serious infection and managed to complete the gruelling 26.2 miles in five hours. After 18 months, Stephen has fully recovered from the infection and is eager to raise more money for Stick 'n Step again. His aim now is to raise Ł2000 and achieve a personal best marathon time.

Steve's 2 sons Jack and Oliver both attend weekly conductive education sessions at Stick 'n' Step's centre based in Wallasey, Merseyside. Jack has cerebral palsy and his brother Oliver has hypermobility, which both affect the boys' motor skills, muscle strength and stamina. With the help of Stick 'n' Step, the boys have received much-needed treatment and skills to boost their abilities. Both Jack and Oliver have seen huge improvements in their independence and confidence, and enjoy attending the sessions alongside children just like them. Jack has recently been picked to play in goal for his school team, which is something he never thought he would be able to do.

Commented Stephen Hannam, marathon runner:- "The support that Stick 'n' Step have provided my 2 sons and our family is priceless. The charity have boosted the boys' confidence by miles with the improvements in their movements and muscle control. Jack has been selected to play for Cerebral Palsy United after being told he would never be involved in sports with his friends. Oliver's strength has improved greatly and you can see how much confidence this gives him. Combined, it costs around Ł7000 to fund my 2 son's places at Stick 'n' Step and it is completely free for us. This is why I want to raise as much money as possible for the charity, as they have provided us with so much support over the years and I want to give something back. I raised Ł2000 last time I attempted running the marathon, which is why I still ran after becoming unwell. I hope to raise just as much this time round for Stick 'n' Step and get a good time running for myself, and the people who sponsor me. My training has begun and I'm really looking forward to race day."

Commented Sarah Smithson, operations manager at Stick 'n' Step:- "We are very happy to see that Steve is going to have another go at completing the marathon. His determination to complete the marathon two years ago was inspiring, especially due to the circumstances. It is great to see the families participating in so many great events in support of us. We would like to thank Stephen for all his fundraising and we are looking forward to seeing him cross the finish line."

Stick 'n' Step provides free conductive education sessions, which are not offered by the NHS, to help children with cerebral palsy learn vital life skills, like walking and talking, through participating in group activities. It's a place where they can make friends and grow in confidence, and where parents have access to respite and support. Families travel each week from across the North West and North Wales to the Stick 'n' Step Centre in Wallasey to receive this life changing service. Stick 'n' Step receives no government funding and relies completely on fundraising to cover its annual running cost of Ł370,000.

If you would like to support Stephen with his fundraising please visit his Just Giving Page. For more information about Stick 'n' Step and how you can help, visit:- Stick'n'Step.Org or call:- 0151 638 0888.

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Deceased estates notice - Lilian May Jackam

Pursuant to the Trustee Act 1925, any persons having a claim against or an interest in the Estate of Lilian May Jackam (also known as Lillian May) Jackam (Deceased), late of Birch Abbey Rest Home, 55 Alexandra Road, Southport, Merseyside, PR9 9HD, UK, who died on 04/10/2018, are required to send particulars thereof in writing, to the undersigned Solicitors, on or before 24/05/2019, after which date the Estate will be distributed having regard only to claims and interests of which they have had notice. Churches Solicitors, 12 High Street, Fareham, Hampshire, PO16 7BL, UK. Ref:- 'T553015.'

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