In 2005 the MND Association launched a bold campaign with the aim of informing people about the devastating degenerative effects of Motor Neurone Disease. John Bell, diagnosed with MND in 2001, agreed to be photographed for a series of cross-track posters at central London tube stations. The photographs show John at different stages of his illness: from being a healthy, active young man, to being confined to bed, unable to walk or speak.

John and his family documented their experiences of MND at John's Journey, including a heart-wrenching video. Thousands have visited the site, leaving messages of praise and encouragement for John and his young family, and Tony Blair sent a personal message of support to John. The MND Association invited the Bell family to set up the John Bell Tribute Fund, which has now raised over £25,000. John died on 10th February this year, not long before his 33rd birthday. The courage shown by him and his family is an inspiration to us all.

Clare Hallsworth