A YOUNG martial arts fan has been awarded his tae kwondo black belt just days after his tenth birthday.

Jordan Glendenning is one of the youngest people to achieve the high standard in the sport.

His achievement was recognised at the recent Positive Young People awards, supported by The Northern Echo. The awards were held to celebrate the achievements of young people in Darlington.

Jordon's mother, Tracey, of Rosedale Crescent, said: "It's an amazing achievement for someone so young. We are very proud.