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| Stephen Metcalfe with Hospital Chair, Jacqui James and presenter/Vice President Alan Newman |
Stephen Metcalfe, local MP for South Basildon and East Thurrock, joined presenters at Basildon Hospital Radio to celebrate the station’s 40th anniversary.
The occasion was marked with a weekend of
special events for patients, staff, and visitors which included guest
appearances on the radio station, more commonly known as BHR1287.
BHR1287 has been broadcasting to Basildon
Hospital for forty years and is staffed entirely by volunteers. Shortly after Basildon Hospital opened, the station
began transmitting from a small studio in the tower block of Basildon Hospital.
Things have certainly moved on in 40 years; since relocating in 1993 they have
moved to purpose built, fully equipped studios.
The radio station now
broadcasts 24 hours a day bringing a mixture of news, features, and request
show favourites to listeners throughout the hospital.
Mr Metcalfe commented: “It
was fantastic to join Basildon Hospital Radio to celebrate their 40th
anniversary. It was also extremely fitting that this could be celebrated in the
midst of improving standards and after it has turned a real corner. I have high
expectations for the next 40 years!”
“I would also like to take
this opportunity to thank each and every volunteer who works so hard to keep
the station on air. I saw for myself the positive impact it has on patients,
staff and visitors and this would not be possible without their efforts. I
would also like to thank all those who sponsor the station allowing it to
continue to broadcast.”
