Debbie goes the distance for safeguarding charity

Child safeguarding charity Safe and Sound has expressed its thanks to a runner who took part in the Brighton Marathon, raising more than £1,000 to support its work.

Debbie Kemp, operations manager at DHU Healthcare, took part in the event to support the work of the charity, which helps transform the lives of children and young people in Derbyshire who are affected by child exploitation.

The funds raised by Debbie’s marathon effort will go directly towards supporting children, young people and families whose lives have been affected by child exploitation including online grooming, sexual exploitation, County Lines, trafficking, modern slavery and radicalisation.

Tracy Harrison, chief executive of Safe and Sound, said: “We’re incredibly grateful to Debbie for her amazing efforts in running the Brighton Marathon.

“Her commitment and support will make a real difference to the lives of vulnerable children.

“Every pound raised helps us to reach more children in need and provide them with the protection and support they deserve.”