AN organisation which provides support to young carers is one of a number of groups which has been celebrated at an event in London.

Members of Wigan and Leigh Carers were invited to a tea party at The Savoy hotel in London, alongside other groups which have benefited from The Health Lottery funding.

The event was hosted by Simon Cowell.

Amanda Rogerson from Wigan and Leigh Young Carers, said: “I had the privilege of representing Wigan and Leigh Young Carers at the Health Lottery Tea Party to celebrate raising £100 million donated to charities in the community including the one I have loved to support on a voluntary basis for the past five years.

“Not only have I been able to enjoy the feeling of being part of our community supporting young children, I have watched them grow and develop into beautiful, strong individuals.

“I couldn’t be prouder of the children and friends I volunteer with.”

Funding from The Health Lottery has allowed the charity to support the Making that Change project, which provides help to more than 120 people aged between 14 and 24.

Making That Change is funded by People’s Health Trust which comes from The Health Lottery in the North West.

Wigan and Leigh Carers is one of 50 groups that was at the tea party.

The event showcased the work that the thousands of supported charities do across the UK to reduce health inequalities.

There has been more than £100m raised through The Health Lottery for good causes.

Chief executive of People’s Health Trust John Hume, said: “It was important to celebrate the amazing work local charities and community groups are doing in their neighbourhoods, which wouldn’t have been possible without this money.”

To volunteer for Wigan and Leigh Carers, including carrying out driving duties for after school activities, contact project manager Paul Carroll on 01942 679352 or email info@walyc.org.uk.