Tom Kerridge, Michelin-star chef, restauranteur and MS Society supporter, writes:

My dad was diagnosed with progressive multiple sclerosis when I was six. At the time I had no idea how life-changing it would be for our family. Fortunately, my little brother and I had our mum. She took us to rugby and held down two jobs to support us.

More than 100,000 people live with MS in the UK. It is often painful and exhausting, and can cause problems with how you walk, move, see, think and feel. And it can be just as tough for friends and family, who have to watch loved ones battle with the symptoms.

But no matter your connection to MS, the MS Society is here for you through the highs and lows. That’s why I’m ­supporting Cake Break – a ­delicious way to fundraise this March.

I’d love for everyone to join me in baking for the MS Society: find out more at www.cake break.org.uk or join the ­conversation using #CakeBreak.