November 1985

Royal Radio Boost

THE Scarlet pimpernel made sure Hull's Hospital Broadcasting Service was not in the red last night!

For actor Donald Sinden who is playing the role at the city's New Theatre, passed on a £1,500 cheque from the Royal Jubilee Trust Fund.

Hull and East Riding Broadcasting is now close to reaching its £2,500 target to re-equip its Beverley Road studio.

Some of the equipment still being used is that which was installed 25 years ago when the Hull studio opened.

The trust fund was set up in 1977 to support young people helping others in the community.

The hospital broadcasting team decided to apply as they have many young members, who also gain valuable training.

Treasurer Melvyn England, who received the cheque, said about seven people in the last year had moved into professional radio.

Secretary of the Jubilee Trust's Humberside branch, Mr Paul Clarke said the committee aimed to distribute £16,000 in a year.

He urged people under 25 who may qualify to contact him on telephone: Hull 867131 ext. 3194.

They also run the Prince of Wales Trust to help disadvantaged youngsters, mainly by giving smaller grants to individuals.