A Northumberland woman is one step closer to bringing a Ukrainian family to safety after raising vital funding to bring them to the UK.
Susanne Hume from Hill End, near Morpeth, launched her fundraising initiative just four days ago - but has already surpassed her initial target of £300 which will allow her to transport a mother and daughter who are desperately hoping to flee their war-torn home country.
The family, who wish to remain unnamed, are currently posted up in Uman while awaiting their VISAs - but hope to embark on the 1,853 mile journey as soon as they have the green light.
