AN inspirational Clacton teen who battled bullies, faced family deaths and supported her dad through his battle with drink and drugs has not let a year from hell hold her back.

Chloe Veitch, 16, of Stanley Road, endured one blow after another in the space of a year.

The youngster was bullied at Clacton Coastal Academy, while outside school she was helping her dad overcome drink and drug problems.

Chloe also had to cope with her stepbrother and aunt dying within six months of each other last year.

But she has come through the tough times and is in line for an Essex Young People of the Year award.

Read the full story in the Clacton Gazette.