RICHMOND MP William Hague supported the British Lung Foundation's 20th birthday campaign by getting on to an exercise bike at the House of Commons.

The Get Breathless campaign encourages everyone of all ages and abilities to get breathless in aid of the British Lung Foundation to appreciate the problems experienced by sufferers from such conditions.

Mr Hague said: "It is vital that people look after their lungs and taking part in this campaign is a great way to start."

Helena Shovelton, chief executive of the British Lung Foundation, said: "We are thrilled that Mr Hague has taken part in the Get Breathless campaign."