A HISTORY student wants people who were evacuated from London to Leigh during the Second World War to help him with his dissertation.

Martin Hayes, who is in his final year studying a BA (Hons) History degree at Liverpool Hope University, is desperate to speak to former evacuees to help him complete his dissertation.

If anyone would like to help Martin contact him on 01942 207864, 07989598430, or by e-mail -- martynhayes@hotmail.com