THE iconic Basildon sign on the A127 will turn gold to mark the fight against childhood cancer.

The sign will be going gold tonight to help highlight the impact of cancer on children and their families, with gold being the colour of support for October.

Samijo Lang, a volunteer at charity Gold Geese, lost her daughter Ebonie-Mai to childhood cancer, and explained how important the organistation has been to her. 

She said: "I want to thank our community by going gold and showing your support and raising awareness of this disease.

"Knowing the signs and symptoms of childhood cancer is pivitol for an early diagnosis, giving our children a better chance of survival."

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The Mayor of Basildon, David Burton-Sampson, said: “We’re lighting up the sign because children with cancer need our support, and we want people to see the sign and help if they can too.

“Raising awareness of the month and how people can support children with cancer across the country is hugely important, as it allows many organisations to contribute to children’s lives and treatment.

“You can donate, fund raise, buy a pin, or spread the word—everything that contributes to helping children with cancer, through the month and every day of the year, is worth it.”