A politician helped launch a charity's latest life-saving campaign at an event in parliament.
Witham MP Priti Patel joined long-term Marie Curie supporter and Cold Feet star Fay Ripley to kick-off the charity's Great Daffodil Appeal.
The fundraiser, the biggest in Marie Curie's calendar, sees the famous daffodil pins go on sale for another year.
Ms Patel pledged her support to the campaign, and wants people to get involved and make 2018 the charity's most successful year to date.
“Marie Curie do wonderful work helping and supporting people affected by terminal illnesses and their families," she said.
"These are difficult times and the comfort and support that Marie Curie provide is greatly appreciated by families in the Witham constituency. I am pleased to support this year’s Great Daffodil Appeal.”
To find out more about the Great Daffodil Appeal, visit www.mariecurie.org.uk/daffodil.
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