The Times and Independent Series is looking for former smokers to share their stories on how they managed to kick the habit once and for all.

Throughout the month of October, councils support Stoptober – a 28-day health challenge which is backed by local councils, Cancer Research UK and the British Heart Foundation.

As part of the challenge, we want our readers who managed to kick the habit to share their top tips and pearls of wisdom and help others give up too.

If you live in Haringey, Barnet, Harrow, Borehamwood or Enfield and want to help, e-mail aslater@london.newsquest.co.uk your name and phone number.

Text SMOKEFREE to 80818 or call 0800 389 3998 for help to quit.