The British 10K London Run - 12 July 2009
 The 12th July was a very special day for the Cancer Laryngectomee Trust as twelve brave volunteers ran through the streets of London to raise money for the Charity and enjoy the sites as they went.
We were blessed with good weather (sunny but not too hot) and the race start at 9.30 meant that the heat of the day was not at its strongest. There were 27,000 people taking part and a lot of supporters and helpers to cheer them on.
Find out more about the 10K London Run >
Our aim is to promote and assist the relief of all people in the UK who have had a laryngectomy – This includes our FREE book ‘Laryngectomy is not a Tragedy’ by Sydney Norgate.
The Cancer Laryngectomee Trust was formed in 1985 by a laryngectomee, Sydney Norgate, to help provide support and understanding for people who are about to have, or have had, a laryngectomy.
In the twenty years since our creation, we have not only provided a vital support network for our members, we have also:
- Founded the National Association of Neckbreathers (NANB) – whose members receive emergency recognition aids and regular newsletters;
- Arranged rehabilitation functions for larygectomees and their carers;
- Promoted awareness and training in allied organisations, such as St Johns Ambulance and The Red Cross;
- Lobbied Parliament and the DSS in order to gain recognition of the condition as a disability and supported individual members in their application for appeals;
- Given small grants to members for a variety of purposes.
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