Learning disability charity Kisharon raised almost £1 million from its dinner at the London Hilton on Park Lane.

Introducing the appeal video, Kisharon School pupil Tali Rose, 12, told the 600 guests: “This is all about the things that matter to everyone at Kisharon. I want them to matter to you too.”

New chief executive Richard Franklin said his goal was to realise the full potential of the people Kisharon supports.

“I see a world where every person in this room will not think twice about employing a person with a learning disability.”

He also announced the development of six more supported living units in Golders Green.

Thanking guests for their generosity, Kisharon chair Philip Goldberg said the funds raised would enable the charity “to continue providing for the special people we all care for”.

As well as Tali Rose, Kisharon users Eli Cohen and Chaim Dovid Rotenberg also featured in the proceedings.