Tik Tok star encourages Highland families to nominate young people living with cancer for award
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The Cancer Research UK for Children and Young People Star Awards are open to all under 18's who have been diagnosed with cancer in the last five years.
Irish Tik Tok sensation, Olivia Neill, is backing the initiative which recognises the hardships young people with cancer are facing.
She said: “I have been humbled to hear so many incredible stories of courage in the face of this devastating disease, so I want to do everything I can to show my support.
"I’m urging people to get nominating now because the Cancer Research UK for Children & Young People Star Awards are such a wonderful way to pay tribute to these extraordinary children.”
Each child nominated will receive a trophy, a £50 TK Maxx gift card, a t-shirt and a certificate signed by a celebrity including Olivia Neill, Dame Emma Thompson or even Mister Maker.
Cancer Research UK hopes the awards will raise awareness of the challenges young people face.
Lisa Adams, Cancer Research UK spokeswoman in Scotland, said: “A cancer diagnosis is heart-breaking at any age, but it can be particularly difficult for a child or young person and their families - especially when many may experience serious long-term side effects from their treatment.
“Our Star Awards shine an important light on these inspirational individuals, so we’re urging people to get nominating now so we can celebrate their incredible courage.”
The awards are in partnership with TK Maxx.
