A 15-year-old boy who has given "unconditional love and support" to his severely disabled brother has been nominated for a top award.

Ewan Hudson, from Gargrave, is in the running for a ‘Young Sibling of the Year’ award in recognition of the exceptional level of support he gives his deaf-blind brother Aiden.

The 13-year-old suffers from Charge Syndrome which causes duel sensory loss and complex medical needs and led to him spending considerable time in hospital suffered chronic lung infections for the first five years of his life.

Ewan has been nominated for his outstanding contribution to the deafblind community by national disability charity, Sense.

He will find out if he has won when the winner is announced at Sense’s annual award ceremony in London on the November 10, at the Southbank Centre.

Ewan, who attends Settle College, has taken on sign language, he administers medical procedures for his brother and helps with caring duties on family days out.

His mum Carol, said: “Life as a sibling to a disabled brother can sometimes be tough, with Aidan often needing to come first but Ewan takes everything in his stride as he loves and understands Aidan’s learning disabilities and and sensory needs.

"Aidan really looks up to his brother and Ewan always encourages him to take on new challenges. On a recent activity weekend, Ewan helped his brother attempt an assault course, signing and laughing with him along the way so that Aidan could feel a sense of achievement at the end.

"This is just a tiny example of the unconditional love and support Ewan gives his brother every single day, which is why we are so very proud of Ewan.”

Sense Chief Executive, Gill Morbey said: "People who are deafblind and those with complex needs, often face major challenges in life.

"The Sense Awards recognise some of the fantastic achievements of these individuals, as well as the work of the wonderful people who support them."