Rick Astley to play free gig for NHS and emergency service workers in Manchester

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Rick Astley has announced a free concert for NHS and emergency service workers who are fighting coronavirus. The legendary pop singer, best known for his first hit single Never Gonna Give You Up, will be performing at the Manchester Arena in October as a thank you to the everyday heroes.

NHS frontline staff, primary care workers and blue light staff are all eligible for tickets to the one-off show. Tickets will be limited to two per person and will be available from Thursday April 2 at 7pm via Ticketmaster.

In a statement posted on social media, the 54-year-old star said: "Our NHS and emergency services are amazing. This concert is a thank you to all those fantastic frontline staff. "I promise my band and I will give it everything to