MUM of three, Kirsty Ferguson, from Camel­ford, received a highly commended award at a ceremony in London for fundraising for people with multiple sclerosis (MS) on Thursday, October 17.

Kirsty was one of three people shortlisted for the 'MS Fundraiser of the Year' award at this year's MS Society Awards. Kirsty, who was diagnosed with MS two years ago, was nominated for her work in raising awareness of the condition in her local area by organising a variety of events.

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