Hero Hawley backs Samaritans

HOMETOWN hero Richard Hawley urged a packed City Hall to donate generously to the Sheffield Samaritans during his latest sell-out concert at the venue.

By The Newsroom

Published 18th Sep 2007, 11:27 BST

Updated 19th Sep 2007, 16:35 BST

And his fans responded to the tune of 1217.75 after the Sheffield singer joked they might need the service after listening to him for the evening.

"I've given them a tenner," he announced on stage, "and that's half my fee."

Richard, from Greystones, has long been a supporter of the Sheffield branch, having officially opened the charity's new premises on Queens Road last July.

Sheffield director Anne Nettleship said: "Richard has always been very supportive of Sheffield Samaritans and we thank him and the audience for supporting our work. This is a fantastic donation."

The money will go towards helping provide confidential support 24 hours a day for people experiencing feelings of distress or despair.

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