I WRITE to thank all of your readers from the North-East and North Yorkshire who put their hands on their hearts and signed up to volunteer with the British Heart Foundation (BHF) last month.

For the second year running, the campaign was a resounding success. Volunteers play a vital role in the lifesaving work of the BHF and their dedication helps save and improve the lives of those affected by heart disease.

Readers can still sign up to the BHF and volunteer in whatever way they like – from placing collection boxes and volunteering in a BHF Shop to organising their own event, such as a coffee morning.

Find out more by visiting bhf.org.uk/volunteer, email volunteer@bhf.org.uk or call 0300-456-8353.

Lorraine Kelly, TV Presenter