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Charity in Lucas Martin's name moves a step closer

'Looky's Aid' hopes to benefit disadvantaged young people

The family of a Manx resident who died in September after contracting meningitis has moved a step closer to starting a charity in his name.

Lucas Martin - who's been described as a 'force of nature' - was just 21. 

His father Brett has told Manx Radio he's determined to keep his son's name alive with 'Looky's Aid' - which will help give opportunities to young people facing adversity.

Brett says the family has experienced some really dark times since his death:

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