A teenager who died and miraculously came back to life returned to the House of Commons as a representative of a charity that supports cardiac research for the young.

Bradley Farrow, 15, of Sheerwater, a pupil at Bishop David Brown School, met with senior politicians to highlight his near-death experience.

Confirming support for CRY (Cardiac Risk in the Young), the Minister of Health Yvette Cooper said:” We are keen to support the CRY programme and I am delighted to report that Section 64 funding has been granted to CRY over the next three years for its bereavement counselling.”

The charity also launched the CRY Centre for Sports cardiology which will be based at the British Olympic Medical Centre in Harrow.

Bradley, who suffers from Brugada Syndrome which causes his heart to race and move into cardiac arrest, explained to MPs how an internal cardioverter (defibrillator), changed his life.

Since being diagnosed with the condition, Bradley has been fitted with the device, which constantly monitors his heart rate.  If the device detects an irregular beating pattern or his heart stops, the device sends electrical impulses into his heart to restore normal rhythm.

It was last October when Bradley collapsed and his heart went into cardiac arrest.  But the impact of hitting the floor was enough to trigger the heart to re-start.

It was later discovered that he had Brugada Syndrome.

He had a defibrillator inserted to prevent his heart going into cardiac arrest and a pacemaker to try and keep his heart rate at normal levels.

Founder and Chief Executive of CRY Alison Cox said: “Cry is dedicated to raise awareness, support research, offer screening and support bereaved families.”

Bradley is pictured with his Mum Eddie at the House of Commons.