Therese took a break from political battles recently to take part in a more light-hearted contest raising £130k and counting for Macmillan Cancer Support.
The 35th annual Macmillan Tug of War saw Therese captain a victorious House of Commons team against Peers from the House of Lords. The parliamentary matches were keenly watched by the Speaker of the House of Commons, Sir Lindsay Hoyle MP and Lord Speaker, Lord McFall of Alcluith.
Therese said: “My thanks to everyone who took part, right across the political spectrum, as we raised money for such a worthy cause. Macmillan is the UK's leading cancer support charity providing medical, emotional, financial and practical help for cancer patients."
Gemma Peters, CEO, Macmillan Cancer Support said: “The Macmillan Tug of War is a fun and unique event with a serious message. I’d like to thank all our generous Tug of War donors and sponsors. Thanks to the incredible £130,000 raised this year, Macmillan can continue doing whatever it takes to support people living with cancer.”
To take part in a Macmillan fundraising event this summer, visit: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/fundraise
For cancer support and advice, call the Macmillan Support Line free on: 0808 808 00 00 (8am – 8pm, 7 days a week).
