Best Newcomer 2013 Results

The results of the 2013 Best Newcomer award have been announced. Congratulations to Hospital Radio Plymouth's Rachael Dodd for scooping the top prize this year.

Gold

Rachael Dodd
Hospital Radio Plymouth

The judges said:
"It was the voice that won it! Rachael's style was friendly and informative - really good with more mature patients, with a good presentational style."

Silver

Argyll Duffy
The Hospital Broadcasting Service

The judges said:
"A fabulous voice. The requets were especially enjoyable, as were the added stats about requests included in the entry. Friendly and engaging - just what hospital radio presenters should be."

Bronze

Wendy Sherer
Radio Northwick Park

The judges said:
"Wendy's voice is engaging, warm and entertaining. A joy to listen to."

Best Newcomer

Recognising the new talent that has recently emerged in Hospital Radio.

This award is open to any presenter who, within the two years prior to the closing date, became a member of a Hospital Radio station that is itself a member of the Hospital Broadcasting Association (HBA).

The award is open to anyone who joined a hospital radio station for the 1st time during the 2 years prior to the closing date. It should take the form of a 5 minute compilation. The judges are looking to hear what you have achieved on air in the short time you have been broadcasting.

An individual may only enter this award once. Multiple entries may be made from a station. The trophy will bear the name of the presenter.

Gold, Silver, and Bronze winners are announced from a shortlist of selected entries.

Eligibility

In order to be eligible for this award, all material evidence must have been performed between 1st December 2011 and 30th November 2012.