Celebrity boost for Warrington Hospital staff with radio day

Warrington Hospital’s in-house Radio General and Halton Hospital’s Radio Halton teamed up with Soho Radio to broadcast a star-studded celebration of incredible NHS and social care teams.

Famous faces and DJs joined forces offered their thanks to those working on the frontline for their boundless resilience and compassion shown in combating Covid-19.

This included messages from Liam Gallagher, Robbie Williams, KT Tunstall and Katie Melua, as well as former Blue Peter star, Celebrity Masterchef contestant and Sky Sports presenter Ayo Akinwolere.

James Blunt’s specially recorded performance of his hit ‘Monsters’ was a highlight, along with Lauren Laverne’s lunchtime double-headed show with Eileen Kelly.

The 12-hour schedule also saw interviews with hospital staff, care teams and volunteers, who shared their experience of dealing with the pandemic.

Celebrities provide boost for Warrington Hospital staff through successful radio day

Dr Alex Crowe, medical director of WHH said: “What an incredibly inspiring day it was for our staff and a massively rewarding day for everyone involved in creating the broadcast.

“I would like to say a huge thank you to both of our hospital radio stations, Soho Radio and everyone in the local health and care system who contributed.

“Thanks also to all the celebrities who gave their time and expertise for free to get behind NHS and social care workers in our area, as all the staff I spoke to thoroughly enjoyed the day.”

Hospital radio presenters Keith Inman and Derek Gates added: “Both radio stations were delighted to take such an active role, and all our presenters had a great time working with some of the best broadcasters in the country.

“We were keen to work more closely with the trust and recognise the incredible work of the staff.

“This brilliant and unique broadcast was the perfect way to give everyone a real boost.”