Phil Redmond

Sir Philip Redmond (born 10 June 1949) is an English television producer and screenwriter. He is known for creating the television series Grange Hill, Brookside and Hollyoaks.

Early life and education Redmond was born in Huyton, England. He took the 11-plus and passed, but attended St Kevin's RC School in Northwood, Kirkby (it became All Saints Catholic High School, Kirkby). His mother was a cleaner and his father was a bus driver.

Redmond left school with four O-levels and one A-level and trained to become a quantity surveyor. He studied Sociology at the University of Liverpool.

Career Redmond wrote episodes for the ITV sitcom Doctor in Charge and children's series The Kids from 47A.

Honours Ambassador Fellow at Liverpool John Moores University. Honorary degree of Doctor of Letters (D.Litt) from the University of Chester (November 2010). Chair, National Museums Liverpool and of the UK City of Culture Independent Advisory Panel. Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in the 2004 Birthday Honours for services to drama, Knight Bachelor in the 2020 Birthday Honours for services to broadcasting and arts in the regions.