The West Hull Community Radio crew collecting their award from the Radio Academy.

Pictured above are WHCR's Stuart Miller, John Hodgson and John Harding accepting their award from Trevor Dann on Monday 7th December 2009 at the Yorkshire Branch event at BBC Sheffield.

The judges said that "WHCR's submission contained examples of impressive live coverage of many local events, demonstrating an enthusiasm and passion for their locality. Natural sounding voices, good quality live output and an wide range of events were covered. They showcased what has obviously been a very busy year for this community station and its volunteers. They demonstrated a clear connection, sometimes on a very personal level, with their audience."

WHCR now go forward to the final of the Sony Radio Academy Station of the Year for Yorkshire award.

Other stations nominated for the award were BCB in Bradford and Rother FM in Rotherham.

Related Links:

• WHCR website.
• Radio Academy website.