A FIGHTING fit Redditch doctor is running the London marathon next month.

Dr William Tucker, a dermatologist at the Alexandra Hospital, will run his third London marathon on Sunday, April 17.

The 52-year-old is aiming to raise pots of cash for the Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association.

The national charity supports people suffering from MND, which is a degenerative muscle wasting disease.

Lorriane Lemare, Dr Tucker's secretary, said: "He is training very hard. We all think what he is doing is wonderful."

Anyone who would like to sponsor Dr Tucker can call Claire Holder on 503854.