'Thomas is in my heart with every step that I take'

A grieving father is taking on the challenge of the Great North Run in memory of his son who tragically took his own life in March 2023.

- by Neil Fatkin

As well as raising awareness of mental health, Carl is also raising funds for the charity If U Care Share, who provide vital suicide prevention, intervention, and support to young people and families affected by suicide.

Carl Norton, who lives in Washington, said: "Thomas was just 25 years old when we tragically lost him to suicide in March 2023.

"He was bright, funny, thoughtful, and had so much life ahead of him.

"To those who knew him, he was a kind soul who carried others through their darkest moments, even while quietly battling his own.