THE leading professional body of world darts is aiming to raise at least £100,000 in a year for a children's hospice.

Haven House Children's Hospice in High Road, Woodford Green, has signed a partnership with the Professional Darts Corporation.

Chairman of the corporation, Barry Hearn, said: "I am absolutely delighted to be able to support a wonderful charity that makes such a massive difference to the lives of local children and families.

"We are working with the hospice on a range of exciting initiatives."

Hospice chief executive, Mike Palfreman, said: "This is an extremely significant relationship for the hospice and we are all dedicated to raising as much money as possible for life-limited children and their families.

"This will make a significant impact to the care that we give and we look forward to working closely with the PDC in what will be our 10th birthday year."

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