An MP is to run the London Marathon in aid of a Whittington charity.
Eddie Hughes will stand in the Tamworth constituency – which will include Whittington, Stonnall, Fazeley and Shenstone – at the next General Election when a boundary shake-up sees his current Walsall North seat disappear.
The Conservative MP said he was looking forward to pounding the streets of the capital in aid of St Giles Hospice.
“Whittington is a wonderful local community with a strong spirit, and St Giles Hospice is an essential part of it, offering invaluable support and care.
“Running in the London Marathon is more than a personal challenge; it’s an opportunity to support St Giles Hospice and thank their amazing staff and volunteers for the hard work they do.”
Eddie Hughes
Eddie is a regular participant in ParkRun events and says running as being an important part of his life and that of many others.
“Fitness is about more than physical health; it’s about fostering community spirit, mental wellbeing, and challenging ourselves.
“I hope my run motivates others to embrace new challenges and support causes dear to them.”
Eddie Hughes
People can donate to his marathon charity challenge online.
So yet another MP focused on his own future instead of looking after his constituents.
Having already toured Whittington putting litter through doors, he’s now trying to curry more favour by supporting the hospice. We already have a sitting MP who is only seen at election time and now the Walsall North MP is ignoring the people who elected him. Stick to Bloxwich for another year please; they desperately need someone committed to improving their sorry lot