FORMER Keighley News editor Richard Parker is pounding the streets of London next month to raise money for charity.

He is taking on the London Marathon on Sunday, April 28, in aid of the Dementia Revolution.

The campaign – adopted as charity of the year by the marathon – is a year-long, joint initiative between the Alzheimer’s Society and Alzheimer’s Research UK to fund efforts to find a cure for the condition.

"I can’t imagine there isn’t a person in this country who hasn’t been touched by dementia in some shape or form," says Richard, 45, who now works in communications at the University of Leeds.

"That’s no different for me and my family, so I have personal reasons for taking part in the marathon and raising money for this extremely worthwhile cause."

Richard has set-up an online fundraising page, at //uk.virginmoneygiving.com/Parker5c96b3c799ca5, with a £500 target.

"Anything people can donate would be greatly appreciated," he added.