Former Heart presenter John Darin has teamed up with broadcaster Chris Brooks to support the Essex and Herts Air Ambulance this Christmas.
The pair recently reunited to film a special video appeal highlighting the charity’s lifesaving work. It includes an emotional interview with Peter and Becky, a couple from the region who share how the Air Ambulance crew saved Peter’s life after a serious accident.
John, now presenting on Broadland, joined Chris at the charity’s air base to meet some of the medical team involved in Peter’s rescue. The project aims to raise awareness and encourage donations for the service, which relies entirely on public support to continue its operations.
Chris said: “It was a real privilege to meet the people behind this amazing service and to hear first-hand how quickly they can make the difference between life and death.”
Essex and Herts Air Ambulance responds to hundreds of emergency calls each year, providing advanced critical care at the scene of serious incidents across the region.
The presenters hope their video will inspire others to support the charity’s Christmas fundraising efforts and remind people of the crucial role the air ambulance plays in saving lives every day.