TV star backs appeal

ONE of Sheffield’s most famous sons, Michael Palin, has lent his support to a forthcoming day of fundraising in his role as patron of the city’s Children’s Hospital Charity.

By The Newsroom

Published 12th Jun 2013, 01:01 BST

On Friday, June 28, the charity will hold “Make It Better Day” in aid of the campaign of the same name.

Mr Palin said: “People on that day can do something to raise a bit of money.

“I’m at an event in Canada that day, and I’ll be donating a pound to the appeal for every person’s hand I shake.”

Over the next three years, the charity aims to raise £20m to pay for a planned expansion of The Children’s Hospital, including a completely new block.