IN June, more than 23,000 people dusted off their baking bowls and whipped out their whisks to unite against dementia for Alzheimer’s Society’s Cupcake Day.

I’m delighted to say we’ve already raised more than £1 million and that figure continues to grow by the day.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the families, friends and colleagues who baked and bought cupcakes to raise awareness of dementia and bring together communities to support people living with the condition.

In Yorkshire and the Humber it is estimated that over 67,000 people are living with dementia and 850,000 are affected UK-wide.

Dementia is set to be the 21st century’s biggest killer and could affect us all.

Every pound raised through Cupcake Day will help Alzheimer’s Society provide vital information and support, campaign for improved care, fund research and create lasting change for people affected by the condition.

You can find out more and sign up for Cupcake Day in 2018 by visiting www.cupcakeday.org.uk

Paul Hollywood, Alzheimer’s Society supporter