Journalism heavyweights, Martha Kearney and Chris Shaw, go toe-to-toe for Wortham Church fundraiser

A church roof fundraiser, which allowed attendees to find out about the fast-paced world of the media from a pair of broadcasting heavyweights, raised more than £1,000.

The Friends of Wortham Church hosted Martha Kearney, of BBC’s World at One and Woman’s Hour, and Chris Shaw, of Channel 4 News and ITN, as part of its St Mary’s Roof Appeal, which is hoping to raise £150,000.

Mrs Kearney, who is also a patron of the appeal, said: “Chris and I chose to interview each other about our media careers, mine in front of the camera and microphone, and Chris as an Oscar-nominated news producer.

“I have interviewed every prime minister since Margaret Thatcher, so Chris knew he was not in for an easy ride.”

The appeal, which added more than £1,000 to its total after the night, has already topped £55,000 so far.

Mrs Kearney added: “St Mary’s is dear to me and Chris and all our neighbours.

“We are all committed to passing it on to the next generation.”

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