THANKS to Blackburn Lions, we were given another wonderful opportunity of promoting Breakthrough Breast Cancer to thousands of people at their gala on Sunday.

Many thanks to everyone who donated tombola prizes and to all who came along to support the stall.

Our 'Kiss Goodbye to Breast Cancer' petition received numerous signatures on the day, and if you wish to add your name to this joint Avon/Breakthrough campaign, to persuade the Government to provide more funding for research into breast cancer, please contact Breakthrough Breast Cancer, PO Box 29057, London WC2B 6TL or, for more information about the charity, visit their website on www.breakthrough.org.uk.

RUTH LOFT (volunteer and regional contact for Breakthrough Breast Cancer), 29 Ryburn Avenue, Blackburn.

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