The legendary broadcaster, who was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease in 2021, says the condition has now moved to his limbs and he doesn't know for how much longer he will be mobile. Read more: Charlie Bird's wife Claire says his illness has brought them closer together but she feels his pain
"Now I'm facing into a New Year and while I can I'm going to continue extending the hand of friendship to everyone who, like myself, are in dark places." "I have lots of thoughts running around in my head to mark that great day in April, but now there is no possibility that I could climb Croagh Patrick again. I just want to continue helping people and charities."