On behalf of NHS UK Transplant, I'd like to say a thank you to all your readers who have pledged to help others to live after their death.

Six months ago, to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the NHS Organ Donor Register, we launched a nationwide challenge to encourage a million more people to let their loved ones know their wishes and add their names to the register.

Already 546,574 people have said they want to leave a legacy of life to others by donating organs and tissue for transplantation after their death.

More than 12.1m people have now signed up to save lives. We know that more people are willing to help but just haven't got round to signing up. Many others already carry a donor card but unless they turn this into a lasting record by joining the register, their wishes may not be fulfilled.

Last year more than 400 people died waiting for a suitable organ to be donated. Nearly 8,000 people need an organ transplant in the UK.

To find out more call the Organ Donor Line on 0845 60 60 400 or visit www.uktransplant.org.uk

P Hallett

UK Transplant (NHS)

Bristol