Ross Kemp has defended filming in a hospital while people can’t say goodbye to their loved ones.
The documentary maker, whose latest film ‘On The NHS Frontline’ saw him visit Milton Keynes University Hospital last week amid the coronavirus pandemic, has opened up after some people wondered why he and his team were allowed in when so many are being separated from their families.
Appearing on ITV’s ‘Good Morning Britain’, he said: "They’re being separated for the reason that the NHS don’t want to spread the virus any further.
"We were in for a very short time, and we went in there with the NHS’ blessing and with the blessing of the hospital staff.
"They want to tell this story. Hopefully by telling that story we will reassure those who are suffering at the moment because their loved ones are in hospital."
The 55-year-old star – who wants "to reassure people who are understandably concerned" and angry – admitted he hopes people will be allowed to see their loved ones if there is a safe way to do so.
He added: "I agree, some people should be allowed to. It’s very difficult though because what we’re trying to do is contain the virus.
"You know what? If there’s a way round it, I would wholeheartedly support that. How awful not to be able to say goodbye to a loved one. But we’re in a war!"
Ross has detailed his visit and explained how he made sure not to impact on "the hospital’s resources".
He told The Sun newspaper: "Myself and a cameraman were permitted into the ICU for just under 30 minutes where we were fitted with PPE.
"The equipment we wore was replaced with our own stock so that we were not a drain on the hospital’s resources.
"Safety for the staff, patients and everyone at the hospital is absolutely paramount."
‘Ross Kemp: On The NHS Frontline’ airs tonight (16.04.20) at 8.30pm.
Ross Kemp defends hospital filming during coronavirus crisis
