NOW is the time for your readers to dust off their trainers, get an application form and start training as The Anthony Nolan Bone Marrow Trust are looking for people to run in next years Flora London Marathon.

The marathon takes place on April 14, 2002 and application forms and race details can be obtained by calling 01865 875757 or e-mailing running@anthonynolan.com

This years our marathon team raised £250,000 which helped fund our fight against leukaemia. Only with your help, will we be able to beat this figure in 2002. All runners will be given training and fundraising advice plus a specially designed running vest.

By joining our team you will be giving hope to the 7,000 patients with leukaemia and related diseases who desperately need a bone marrow transplant. These are people for whom chemotherapy and radiotherapy have either not worked, or is not suitable. Last year the charity provided a record number of donors for transplants and with your help we can save more lives.

If you want to join our team or want further information on the Trust call Paul on 01865 875757 or e-mail: running@anthonynolan.com

PAUL RUSHON, Marathon Co-ordinator, ANBI, Crown Road, Wheatley, OX33 1UL.