Vicky McClure has signed up for Beat The Streets festival

Vicky McClure, Line of Duty’s star, and Shane Meadows, the director of Line of Duty are scheduled to participate in a charity music festival.

The two – who collaborated on This Is England together – will be speaking at the Nottingham Beat The Streets Festival on 29 January.

Framework, a charity that helps homeless people in the area, will be supported by the festival.

George Akins, Organiser: “I’m thrilled Vicky and Shane have joined us.”

Both stars have strong connections to the city and will be appearing at the Rescue Rooms on Goldsmith Street.

Mr Akins stated that “both are known for how much money they put back into their city, whether it be creating opportunities for young actors with or with.” Vicky’s Dementia ChoirThey make the perfect pairing to be with us at our fifth charity festival.”

Since launching in 2018, Beat The Streets has donated £320,000 to Framework.

Ferocious dog, the legendary folk-punk band from Nottingham, will headline the festival.

Tickets, which are priced from a £10 minimum donation, are on sale online.

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