Rita Simons cheers fundraiser up the BT Tower

Soap star Rita Simons has inspired hoards of energetic fundraisers to climb to the top of London’s iconic BT Tower and raise thousands of pounds for Action on Hearing Loss, formerly RNID.

More than 70 fundraisers completed the exhilarating 842-step climb and enjoyed the breath-taking views of the capital’s skyline from the top of the tower. The £12,000 raised by the fundraisers will support the charity’s pioneering projects, services and biomedical research improving the everyday lives of people who with hearing loss or tinnitus.

Rita Simons, who congratulated the fundraisers when they completed the challenge, says: “I can’t believe how many people turned out for the BT Tower Stair Climb – it means so much to Action on Hearing Loss and raises vital funds for the charity. I’ve been a long standing supporter as my daughter Maiya is deaf, although it’s not stopped her from living life to the full.

“It’s important for people to check their hearing if they think they’ve got some form of hearing loss. It’s free and really simple to do on the Action on Hearing Loss website www.actiononhearingloss.org.uk.”

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