Former EastEnders star Anita Dobson has been announced as patron of charity Lifelites, which provides technology packages for terminally ill and disabled children in hospices for children and babies across the UK, enhancing their lives and giving the children chances to play, be creative and communicate.

Dobson, who will raise awareness by backing the charity's fundraising campaigns and speaking out on its behalf, said 'I am absolutely thrilled to be able to support Lifelites and the important and valuable work they do supporting children in hospices with magical technology, allowing children to explore and communicate opening up a whole world of opportunities'.