Brown's tribute to hero journalist

A campaigning journalist who died from leukaemia was a "true hero" and an "inspiration to all who knew him", Gordon Brown said.

The Prime Minister led the tributes to the award-winning reporter Adrian Sudbury.

The Huddersfield Daily Examiner journalist, 27, died earlier on Wednesday with his family beside him at their home in Nottinghamshire.

Mr Sudbury had waged a high-profile campaign for better education about bone marrow donation in schools and colleges which led to him meeting Mr Brown in Downing Street and making regular appearances on TV and radio.

The Prime Minister said: "Adrian Sudbury was a true hero whose selflessness and courage made him an inspiration to all who knew him and to many who didn't.

"Adrian's campaign to raise awareness about blood, bone marrow and organ donation has already attracted thousands of supporters, myself among them, and his memory will continue to inspire action for many years to come.

"I spoke to Adrian last Wednesday and his campaigning spirit and his optimism remained undimmed. My thoughts are with his family at this time, and I know they will be proud that Adrian's achievements will continue to help others after he has gone."

The journalist's parents Kay and Keith issued a statement following his death.

His father said: "Every parent thinks their son or daughter is special and we are no different.

"Adrian touched all who knew him. We're very proud of all his achievements in tragically such a short time. Kay and I hope that all Adrian's good work will be continued by all those who knew and loved him."

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