South East residents are being called on to clear out their wardrobes to help more children and young people survive cancer.

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and people are being asked to donate any pre-loved quality fashion and homeware to TK Maxx’s ‘Give Up Clothes for Good campaign’, in support of Cancer Research UK.

Across the UK, around 1,900 children are diagnosed with the disease every year, but research is making more precious moments possible for more youngsters and their families.

Cancer Research UK’s scientific breakthroughs have helped to more than double children’s cancer survival in the UK since the 1970s and, today, around 8 in 10 will survive for at least 10 years.

Cancer Research UK spokesperson for the South East, Lynn Daly, said: “Cancer is different in children and young people from the types of cancer that affect this age group to the long-term effects of treatment. 

“More than 9 in 10 children and young people with cancer who receive cancer drugs on the NHS receive a drug linked to Cancer Research UK’s work. Our scientists are unlocking discoveries about these cancers and translating them into new and less toxic ways to treat them.

“By donating any quality clothes or goods to the local TK Maxx store, people across the South East can help ensure more young people in the region - and across the UK – can live longer, better lives free from the fear of cancer.”

TK Maxx is the biggest corporate supporter of Cancer Research UK’s research into children’s and young people’s cancers. Since 2004, the retailer’s customers and associates have raised more than £45 million to help improve survival and reduce long-term side effects.

The public can donate at any TK Maxx store all year round. Find your local store at: https://www.tkmaxx.com/uk/en/store-finder