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Our disabilities have 'bonded us together for life'
A teenage couple from County Durham are supporting each other through serious health challenges while also raising awareness and money for others.
Abbie Nicholls, 19, from Darlington was diagnosed with MS two years ago and her boyfriend, Ethan Fletcher, who lives in Teesdale, has cerebral palsy.
They've been speaking to Claudia Robinson about how strong their bond is, because of their illnesses.
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