THE MS for Ynys Môn, Rhun ap Iorwerth, has set himself a challenge to run 50 separate 10kms before he turns 50 later this summer, to raise money to support those suffering in Ukraine.

Mr ap Iorwerth will be raising funds for the Disasters Emergency Committee’s Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal, and has set up a Just Giving page for donations.

The challenge started on March 23, where he completed the first 10k run in a time of 59 minutes and 24 seconds.

He hopes that the challenge will highlight the real need for continued help for those tragically affected by Russia’s war on Ukraine.

The challenge will be shared on his social media channels in the coming weeks and months, and his plea is for donations for as little as 10p for every run, £5 in total.

Since its launch, people have contacted Rhun ap Iorwerth’s office to offer their support and to join him in the challenge.

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He said: “The situation in Ukraine is both frightening and heart-breaking.

“Thousands have lost their lives and millions are living in fear, have lost their homes or have had to flee from the fighting. They need our help.

“It’s my 50th birthday at the end of this summer. To try and raise some money, my aim is to run 10km 50 times.

“It’s a challenge for me, but more importantly, it’s an opportunity to highlight the real need for our help.

“If you could donate as little as 10p for every time I run - £5 in total – I would be so grateful. I’ve done two runs so far this week, in times of 59:24 and 59:48.

“I’m overwhelmed that people’s generosity has led to over £500 being raised towards the appeal already! Diolch!”

You can donate to Mr ap Iorwerth’s cause by visiting: www.justgiving.com/fundraising/rhun50x10k.