He was rushed to hospital midway through the NWOBHM giants' winter UK tour, and later underwent an operation to address an aneurysm. A second procedure took place after the first was unsuccessful.

But in an update Gina says: "Nigel is getting better each day, and I'm hoping he can be released some time next week. There are certain things the doctors like to watch for, so they're being cautious, which is fine by me. My first and only thought right now is for his recovery."