Neil Newton

Communications Consultant UK Government | Content Specialist | Videographer | Producer | Engagement | Former Broadcaster, Journalist & Presenter | Event Host

[Neil Newton @presenterneil]

In life, there are a lot of people who come and go, very rarely a special few. Amazingly blessed to have my radio Mam and Dad @LindaMcDermott_ and the absolute love of her life, JKJD. ‘That girls me world’. Never a truer phrase coined. Your bubble, amazing Linda.

[Linda McDermott @LindaMcDermott_]

My beloved JK and I have always thought the world of our Nella ⁦@presenterneil⁩. Hearing their fantastic relationship on air brought tears of joy and laughter. Fatherhood takes many forms; what an honour when it transcends a blood bond and is forged from love and respect❤️

[Linda McDermott @LindaMcDermott_]

My beloved JK and I have always thought the world of our Nella ⁦@presenterneil⁩. Hearing their fantastic relationship on air brought tears of joy and laughter. Fatherhood takes many forms; what an honour when it transcends a blood bond and is forged from love and respect❤️

[Linda McDermott @LindaMcDermott_]

@presenterneil The fantastic friendship between the legend JK and “Nella” as he called you, brought daily joy and laughter to a beautiful community on Southport Radio. Johnny’s Pride of Sefton Award, a fabulous ceremony you hosted, sits on our mantelpiece, loved by JK as are you Nella x📻❤️

[Neil Newton @presenterneil]

Another radio legend, Wally Scott ⁦@LindaMcDermott_⁩

[Neil Newton @presenterneil]

@LindaMcDermott_ Much loved, very much missed, our lives are better for having JK in them ❤️xxxx

[Neil Newton @presenterneil]

Johnny Kennedy in Wirral Radio days ⁦@LindaMcDermott_⁩

[Neil Newton @presenterneil]

With the legend, my best friend, Johnny Kennedy ⁦@LindaMcDermott_⁩

[Linda McDermott @LindaMcDermott_]

Aladdin ⁦⁦@LiverpoolEmpire⁩ I remember walking up every day after work ⁦@LivEchonews⁩ to take my beloved husband Johnny Kennedy his tea in the dressing room, sharing it with Mr T. The Policeman and The Genie tucking into a bowl of scouse a sight to behold 🤩

[Neil Newton @presenterneil]

@trevjrho Couldn’t agree more. Billy Butler being let go a few years ago was the start of a managed cull. All superb broadcasters. Presenters now couldn’t hold a candle to any of them.

[Neil Newton @presenterneil]

@LindaMcDermott_ Very many laughs had, treasured memories with very special friends, no make that family xxx

[Neil Newton @presenterneil]

A great pic @LindaMcDermott_ of us three backstage at the Pavillion Theatre, Rhyl during the Her Benny tour in 2012. Many laughs back at the Lodge afterwards too!

[Linda McDermott @LindaMcDermott_]

@presenterneil Proud to stand by my two favourite boys. My awesome husband the legend Johnny Kennedy and our fantastic radio son “Nella”. Love and laughter on stage, on air and everywhere. Happiest days of our Lives!

[Neil Newton @presenterneil]

Legends of Liverpool comedy there, JK looking sharp in his white tuxedo @LindaMcDermott_

[Neil Newton @presenterneil]

Delighted to be invited by my great friend @LindaMcDermott_ to celebrate the amazing life of my bestie, and her husband and soul mate, Johnny Kennedy. This is one not to miss for true fans of radio. See you there. ‘Mind the ale, JK’ ❤️

[Neil Newton @presenterneil]

When a Sky News producer called me up to ask for a Liverpool/Merseyside personality to talk about Cilla Black, there was only one choice, my great friend JK @LindaMcDermott_

[Neil Newton @presenterneil]

A few pics from a long time ago, in telly land!

[Neil Newton @presenterneil]

We’ve had ‘arsehole’ and ‘shitting roses’ on BBC Radio 4 in the space of five minutes. I’m off to GB News for some polite conversation 🤣😂. #bbcradio4

[Neil Newton @presenterneil]

Nice to see Paddy from Emmerdale Farm supporting the former Sub Postmsters.

[Neil Newton @presenterneil]

Delighted to be able to pay tribute to my great friend, Wally Scott on ⁦@bbcmerseyside⁩ https://t.co/mxTeHAVufh

[Neil Newton @presenterneil]

Really sad to hear of the passing of my great friend, Wally Scott. A genius of radio. Treasured memories of working with Wally (and of course Billy) since 1993. The best laugh in the business, a great confidant and ideas that flowed and flowed and flowed. Bless you Wally x