TATTOOIST Paul Curnock will be in action in a Bolton pub this weekend to raise funds towards lifesaving treatment for five-year-old Nathan Howarth.

Nathan was born with fanconi anaemia, a rare genetic illness which affects blood cells and bone marrow.

Mr Curnock, who has been tattooing professionally for 13 years, will be holding sessions at The Royal Hotel, in Vernon Street, Halliwell, from 12noon to 7pm on Saturday and Sunday.

Half of the profits will go to the Nathan Howarth Appeal.

Any landlords or club owners interested in hosting similar events should contact Nathan's mother Denise Kelly on 07802 694448 or Mr Curnock on 07944 029224.