A FORMER News Shopper paperboy is doing a sponsored run to raise cash for volunteer work in South America.

Paul Nash will run 10km backwards on November 27 to raise funds for a conservation expedition to Ecuador in January.

The 21-year-old resident will spend one month in the Amazon rainforest and one month working with the International Red Cross in schools and hospitals.

Mr Nash is hoping to raise up to £400 towards the cost of the trip, which is being organised by Greenforce, a charity running volunteer expeditions around the world.

Mr Nash, of Southfields, Hextable, said: "I feel very passionate about both parts."

To sponsor Mr Nash, call 07929 153450 or email pm1nash@yahoo.co.uk