Fife childhood cancer charity praised in Parliament

Toby’s Magical Journey was set up in 2016 by Alison, Richie and Toby Etheridge. Toby was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia as a child back in 2014, and together with his parents Richie and Alison raised over £50,000 for charity during the two years of his treatment.

This money helped provide toys, games and gifts to other children being treated for cancer.

Toby was given the all clear in 2018, but that has not stopped the trio raising more money and providing support from their Bonnygate base.

In a Westminister Hall debate on raising awareness of signs and symptoms of cancer in teenage and young adults, MP Wendy Chamberlain said: “I also want to pay tribute to Alison, Richie and Toby, and Toby’s Magical Journey for both the fantastic work that they are doing, and also the way in which they’ve adapted the support that they provide during a period of restrictions.”

Alison said: “It has been a difficult time for all charities but those suffering from cancer have not been able to be put on hold and it’s vital that we raise awareness in any way we can to fundraise and help those in need.

“We know first-hand how important it is to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of cancer in children and young people and I am glad to see it being raised in Parliament.”