A BUDDING pop star from Latchford has got through to the semi-finals in a national talent competition.

Vicky, aged 40, of Tilston Avenue, impressed the judges of a heat in a Pontin's Starquest talent contest at the Camber Sands Centre, Sussex.

She sang the Martine McCutcheon song On the Radio.

Vicky is now through to the semi-finals in Blackpool on November 7 where she will enjoy a VIP weekend as part of her prize.

Vicky said: "I always get a bit nervous before I go on but once I am on I'm fine. I've got as much chance of winning as anybody else!"