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Harry Potter and Game of Thrones actor David Bradley has been appointed as the new patron of Birmingham Hospice.
Overview
Actor David Bradley, known for his roles in Harry Potter and Game of Thrones, has become the patron of Birmingham Hospice after touring its facilities in Selly Oak and meeting patients, families, staff, and volunteers. Chief executive Paul Bytheway welcomed the appointment, noting it will help raise awareness and vital funds for the charity, which needs to raise £8m this year.
Key points
- Actor David Bradley is the new patron of Birmingham Hospice.
- Bradley toured the Inpatient Unit and Living Well Centre in Selly Oak during his visit.
- He met with patients, families, staff, volunteers, and the Children's Healing and Therapeutic Support (CHATS) team.
- Birmingham Hospice chief executive Paul Bytheway expressed pride in welcoming Bradley to help raise awareness and vital funds.
- The hospice is only partially funded by the government and needs to raise £8m this year.