A HAMPSHIRE MP added a splash of pink to her usual Westminster attire to support Breast Cancer Now’s wear it pink fundraiser.

Romsey MP Caroline Nokes supported the fundraiser, on Friday, October 20, to raise vital funds for breast cancer research and life-changing support.

Ms Nokes was joined by other parliamentarians in Westminster, to raise awareness of one of the UK’s biggest fundraising events. 

She is calling for her constituents to join her, as well as thousands of others across the UK to sign up and take part in wear it pink which takes place during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

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Ms Nokes said: “Every 10 minutes, someone in the UK hears the words 'you have breast cancer'. It’s the most common cancer in women in the UK. Each year around 11,500 women and 85 men lose their lives to the disease. That’s why I’m so passionate about encouraging everyone in Romsey and Southampton North to take part in wear it pink day on Friday October 20.

“Wear it pink is a great way to come together with friends and family to have fun whilst raising money for Breast Cancer Now’s world-class research and life-changing support. As you can see from my photograph, all it takes is an additional splash of pink to your normal outfit.

“I am proud to raise awareness of the impact of the disease locally, and to support and advocate for Breast Cancer Now’s research. Breast cancer affects so many people in Romsey and Southampton North, so I hope that everybody will get involved this October and support this very important cause.”

Baroness Delyth Morgan, chief executive at Breast Cancer Now, said: “We are really grateful for the enthusiasm and support shown by the MPs at Westminster. Everyone looked fabulous in their pink accessories and showed just how easy it is to add a touch of pink to your everyday outfit. We hope that by wearing pink, Caroline Nokes MP will encourage her constituents in Romsey and Southampton North to get involved and fundraise in their homes, schools or workplaces, and help us to continue to fund world-class research and support for people affected by this devastating disease. 

“Wear it pink is a fantastic opportunity for communities across the UK to come together, have fun and show their support to this very important cause. By simply wearing something pink and donating what you can, you are helping raise much-needed funds to stop breast cancer taking the lives of those we love. Together we can take one step forward to help reach our goal that, by 2050, everyone diagnosed with breast cancer lives, and is supported to live well.”

For more details, visit wearitpink.org.