Soldier 'stays up' to help fellow troops

A 24-hour fundraiser has seen a soldier stay awake all night in a bid to generate cash for Help for Heroes.

Scott Morgan was part of a 12-strong team that participated in the spectacle, the Huddersfield Examiner reports.

It took place at Farnley Tyas Bowling Club and saw those in attendance put forward funds to provide support to those in the armed services.

"The fundraiser was a good laugh and everyone who came along had a great time," he was quoted by the publication as saying.

Although there were about 50 individuals who were up until 06:00 BST, the 12 people who had been sponsored stuck at it and honoured their commitment to stay awake even longer.

Elsewhere, a group of singing soldiers have helped raise more than £250,000 for armed servicemen and women by releasing an album called Coming Home, which is dedicated to those currently serving in Afghanistan.
 

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