I always wanted to one day be the host of this powerful slot on these powerful networks. They are both highly engaging presenters who made me laugh so much in their company. See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. The plans will see a significant cut in the number of presenters who currently work across the BBC News channel and BBC World News, with fewer higher-profile on-screen staff set to retain the title chief presenter, while correspondents are to be given the opportunity for more on-air presenting time. See what she said in the video below. James Hazell has been working at the. ITV Coronation Street star announces full-time return to soap - leaving fans delighted. Love them too.'. 'He has clearly touched a nerve. Naga usually fronts the show alongside co-host Charlie Stayt from Thursdays to Saturdays but has been missing from her usual spot since Saturday 18 February. During the meeting, Mr Hazellwas then alleged to have threatened the two women not to complain about him, prompting Mr Cook to investigate the matter and terminate his contract. The BBC said: "Ken decided to leave Radio 2 and it's always been known he's leaving in March. He also presented Summer Sportstime for a few seasons. The tweet, which he later deleted but which has been. The decision to axe Mr Allen's show came after the BBC faced a backlash for axing Sue Barker, Matt Dawson and Phil Tufnell from A Question Of Sport in a move to 'diversify' the show. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Here is the new confirmed line-up for the BBC news presenters. A source said Allen was sacked by the broadcaster's bosses today. 'I'm unbelievably proud of what our team and our show have achieved in under five years, breaking tonnes of original stories (which we were asked to do); attracting a working class, young diverse audience that BBC radio and TV news progs just don't reach (which we were asked to do): and smashing the digital figures (Which we were asked to do). A former BBC presenter has claimed she was threatened with the sack for being "too old" when she was in her thirties. BBC Radio 2 have been caught up in a row over allegations of ageism as Liz Kershaw said there is a "clear cut case" of ageism at the station. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. 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Multiple sources said this was clearly understood by those present to be a reference to Riley. The tribunal in Bury St Edmunds has heard that BBC Radio Suffolk presenter James Hazell breached his contract by using 'the C-word'. Can Nigeria's election result be overturned? Writing in The Independent, the former presenter she was objectified in a way that few men in the workplace or male TV presenters ever experience. Northern Ireland. Other alternatives are a voluntary subscription model like the one Netflix uses, allowing advertising, or through a general broadband levy. Ms Franklin said wrinkly, grey-haired males have been normalised in the media. merge its UK and international news channels in May. MORE:Naga Munchetty's eclectic Hertfordshire home has the boldest interiors, MORE:Naga Munchetty is a radiant bride in rarely-seen wedding photo, One person wrote: "Missed you this morning, my Saturday isnt the same without a bit of Naga. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. On Thursday 26 October 2017 some of those who had complained about his behaviour were told Riley had been suspended, only to hear him presenting a show on 5 Live later than evening. The BBC Radio Solent presenter has 'clearly touched a nerve', added one source close to him following the latest development. He then quit his job last summer without giving evidence, meaning the investigation finished without his side of events. WATCH: Naga Munchetty calls for more diversity in newsrooms. Mr Hazell said the BBC discriminated against him due to his depression. On its website, BBC Radio Solent still displays Allen's profile. "The tribunal finds that the claimant's claims must fail, they do and are dismissed. ", This website and associated newspapers adhere to the Independent Press Standards Organisation's It is understood that 14 chief presenter roles are to be cut overall. Another day, another ageism accusation being levelled at the BBC. He became a travel bulletin reader for AA Roadwatch before joining the BBC as a freelancer. Kate Garraway fights tears as she confronts Matt Hancock, Emmerdale double exit as Sarah Sugden dies after exposing lie. 'So I have to say I was rather shocked when I was told about their decision. The former face of the BBC's GAA coverage has attacked the corporation claiming it promoted "Protestant-supported sports" over Gaelic games. At least eight women had complained to the BBC about Riley, including claims he had grabbed women between the legs and behaved inappropriately in the workplace and at work events, according to multiple sources at the broadcaster. Ms Franklin said after she was told she was going to be wound down, she made the grey streak in her hair her trademark. Thu 14 Jul 2022 10.20 EDT Last modified on Mon 18 Jul 2022 07.51 EDT Presenters on the BBC News channel and BBC World News are set to be sacked as part of a raft of 70 job cuts in the UK in. Caryn Franklin, now aged 64, was a presenter of the BBC's prime time The Clothes Show from 1986 to 1998 and alleges she was told she was going to be "wound down" because she was looking old. His earnings for the show - which attracted half a million listeners each Saturday - were not. travel bulletin reader for AA Roadwatch in London. Ms Kershaw later tweeted: I got sacked from @BBC6Music because they dont want women over 60.. The tribunal heard the threats were made at a pub meeting arranged to mend relations between Mr Hazell and the two team members, producer Katharine Park and a woman referred to as Employee A. Mr Hazell had previously been warned about his conduct towards Employee A due to comments and behaviour of a sexual nature. Dorries has called the licence fee outdated and discriminatory as all households pay the same amount regardless of income. The tribunal heard Mr Hazell had previously been warned about his conduct towards Employee A, due to comments and behaviour of a sexual nature. The source said: 'What has happened to him is so sad. The BBC declined to comment on Ms Franklins claims. A BBC Radio 1 presenter has been replaced after four years on air. Bruce announced in January that he would be leaving the BBC to join Greatest Hits Radio, becoming the latest experienced presenter to leave the broadcaster, following Paul OGrady and Venssas Feltz. But employment judge Kevin Palmer said the misconduct investigation and dismissal were "clearly not because of disability". Sian Welby is from Upton, a small village in Nottinghamshire, England. Mills and his co-host Chris Stark left last summer, with Mills moving to BBC Radio 2, and Stark leaving the BBC to join Global media company. A spokesperson for the BBC said that the UK operation would see 70 job cuts, while 20 more on- and off-screen roles will be created in Washington DC. It is also a very special moment for Radio 1 as it means well be broadcasting from Salford seven days a week which is great.. During his time with the station he helped raise 40,000 for them to build new studios in the Royal Bournemouth Hospital. James Hazell claimed the BBC discriminated against him due to his depression, Peter Cook, executive editor of BBC Radio Suffolk, said he terminated Mr Hazell's contract as a result of the allegations, rather than any other issues, James Hazell presented the mid-morning programme on BBC Radio Suffolk. The BBC has sacked Danny Baker, saying he showed a "serious error of judgement" over his tweet about the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's baby. Enjoy your weekend though," while another added: "Mornings are not the same when your not there.". 19. His good-natured departure came after Bruce appeared on the Today programme and commented on his early exit from the BBC, saying: Its entirely within the BBCs right to ask me to step away a little early. Our aim is to create the best live and breaking video news service in the world on our webpages, our apps, on BBC iPlayer and on our new TV news channel.. BBC Newcastle host Sue Sweeney, who worked for the Beeb for In June last year, 63-year-old Liz Kershaw was replaced on her Saturday afternoon Radio 6 show by 31-year-old Jamz Supernova. These adverts enable local businesses to get in front of their target audience the local community. While referencing these issues on the Today programme ahead of his final broadcast, Bruce made no reference to controversy on his own show, which he said would contain good music and no secret messages or hidden agendas. The 72-year-old BBC presenter signs off his final show with a 'quick goodbye' after 30 years behind the microphone By Craig Simpson 3 March 2023 4:17pm Ken Bruce's departure has become. Christian was working as a foreign correspondent for 10 years prior to returning to London to present BBC News. 'We have listeners on this show from all ages from 15 to 101. he was sacked from BBC 5 Live in 1997 when station . Peter Cook, executive editor of BBC Radio Suffolk, said in his witness statement that there were "increasingly strained relationships" in Mr Hazell's team, "in particular" between him, Katharine Park and a woman referred to as Employee A in the summer of 2021. While Naga has yet to address her absence on the show, she may have taken the last few days off work to celebrate her birthday, which landed on Saturday 25 February. BBC News presenters: Award-winning journalist Yalda Hakim. 8,075 talking about this. BBC Breakfast host Dan Walker has spoken candidly about his career in television and radio, as the presenter addressed his time working for talkSPORT. ITV Dancing On Ice's Christopher Dean issues Jayne Torvill health announcement. ", Celeb obsessed? UPDATE Tumour slightly bigger. Pougatch, 51, had been with 5 Live since its inception in 1994 and was a. As she appeared on GB News, Liz was asked by Dawn Neesom if the broadcaster is ageist as Dawn said: "Is the BBC ageist? The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. While the corporation is creating a significant number of new roles, existing staff may not get them, and they could be in geographically unsuitable locations. Baker captioned it: "Royal baby leaves hospital." He later apologised, writing: "Sorry my gag pic of the little fella in the posh outfit has whipped some up. Ms Franklin presented the show for 12 years, including while she was pregnant, alongside co-presenter Jeff Banks who is 15 years older than her. Veteran BBC DJ 'is sacked' after criticising bosses for axeing his Saturday night show 'because his elderly audience are the wrong type of listeners' David Allen was due to host three more. Charles Worthington, my hairdressing mate, dyed the rest of my brunette hair to a much richer colour to make my light stripe stand out.. Jamie Bamber plays Archie Hughes in Beyond Paradise on BBC One. 'I was doing 12-hour shifts at this place in Middlesex, writing all the traffic and travel pages for Teletext, supplying stuff for radio, TV it was not enjoyable.'. DON'T MISS1000lb Sisters fans heartbroken as Amy Slaton confirms death [HEALTH]Vicky McClure finally addresses inappropriate premiere dress [CAST]Happy Valley's Ryan Cawood isn't a psychopath thanks to one key detail [EXPLAINER]. A number of broadcasters who have dedicated decades to the broadcaster have faced the exodus in recent months including Vanessa Feltz, Paul O'Grady and Steve Wright. Scott said: "Time actually does fly when youre having fun, and thats certainly been the case over the past 24 years at my beloved Radio 1. Naga - who is married to TV director James Haggar - hosts a two-hour slot from 11 am on the station from Mondays to Wednesdays but was replaced by Adrian Chiles, who normally features on the show each week on Thursday and Friday. BBC Radio 3 has relegated one of its best presenters to the afternoon graveyard slot with this statement: Ian Skelly joins Afternoon Concert from 12th April. The Radio 3 presenter Ian Skelly has been moved from the mid-morning show against his wishes, as the BBC "refreshes" the schedule by replacing him with Georgia Mann. Please refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in, Ms Franklin said a noticeable grey streak at the front of her hair was the reason why she was told she looked too old, Find your bookmarks in your Independent Premium section, under my profile. Sian Welby (born 3 September 1986) is an English television presenter and radio host, best known for her work with Channel 5, BBC, ITV and Channel 4. The new channel will be broadcast from London during UK daytime hours, and then from Singapore and Washington. You can unsubscribe at any time. 's newsletter, you acknowledge that you have read and accepted hellomagazine.com's privacy policy, the cookies policy, and the website terms of use, and that you consent to hellomagazine.com using your data according to the established laws. The 68-year-old . Isabel made a cheeky comment aimed towards Ruth, before realising she could have landed herself in hot water with both Eamonn and Ruth. The broadcaster, 40, was due to be the face of the stations Rugby League World Cup coverage until he was suspended and vanished from the airwaves without any public comment. I would suggest you email me and I will pass them on. We accept that these conclusions were genuinely reached by Mr Cook and genuinely held. Some of her interviewees include investors, CEOs and the politicians from around the world. Caryn Franklin, now aged 64, was a presenter of the BBCs prime time The Clothes Show from 1986 to 1998 and alleges she was told she was going to be wound down because she was looking old. In addition, it is understood that overall 14, not 19, chief presenter roles will be cut. BBC News presenters: World News presenter Maryam Moshiri. Caryn Franklin, now aged 64, was a presenter of the BBC's prime time The . We keep complainants informed as appropriate., Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning. Shoppers say this new no-needle 'instant filler' is a game changer for lines and wrinkles, This 'curated ear design' brand is a go-to for fashion influencers - and we have a discount, 6 of our favourite bags from the luxe new accessories label to know. Updated: 10:53, 2 Mar 2023 RADIO 1 DJ Tiffany Calver is stepping down from 1Xtra's Rap Show after four years. She continued: Ginger Spice would soon be presenting a synthetic blonde streak in her red tresses and, as an unforeseen bonus, my hair is suddenly poptastic, with many assuming I am dying the light in. beyond the end of the BBCs current royal charter in 2027. QVC presenters in the line of jewellery (2009 to present) The 43-year-old comes from Scottish highlands and grew up under the care of her stepfather John Usher Davis and mother Lynda Usher Davis. Data returned from the Piano 'meterActive/meterExpired' callback event. Easily one of the most loved QVC hosts, King was a host with QVC . Former BBC Radio Suffolk presenter James Hazell said he was discriminated against on the grounds of his depression (Image: BBC Publicity) A well known local radio presenter was not. It was proposed before and dropped. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. A veteran BBC DJ has been 'sacked' after criticising bosses for axeing his Saturday night show 'because his elderly audience are the wrong type of listeners', according to his friends. The 72-year-old BBC presenter signs off his final show with a quick goodbye after 30 years behind the microphone. Married Allen, from Bournemouth, Dorset, began his radio career at Bournemouth Hospital Radio broadcasting to different hospitals. 'As I say this was not my decision. Murdaugh is heckled as he leaves court, Mom who lost both sons to fentanyl blasts laughing Biden, Moment teenager crashes into back of lorry after 100mph police race, Missing hiker buried under snow forces arm out to wave to helicopter, Family of a 10-month-old baby filmed vaping open up, Hershey's Canada releases HER for SHE bars featuring a trans activist, Ukrainian soldier takes out five tanks with Javelin missiles. The BBC said UK viewers would continue to receive specific content at certain times of the day, and during certain high profile news stories, and there will be production capacity for a domestic-only broadcast stream for major UK-specifc news events. 'The BBC, in its wisdom, have decided that after 20 years and amazingly good listening figures, that this show will sadly come to an end on May 15. We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. Christian has presented BBC Breakfast from Salford, the evening BBC News bulletins on BBC One, and previously co-hosted Beyond 100 Days with Katty Kay. The corporation, which suggested the proposal to merge its UK and international news channels in May, said that the new-look channel will launch next April and be called BBC News. The star has been replaced by Kenny Allstar, who will be taking over the prestigious. The judge also accepted Mr Cook's argument that a similar situation arising from a presenter without depression would have ended in the "same conclusion". The station I pretended to be on in my bedroom from the age of six. Paul Siegert, the national broadcasting organiser at the National Union of Journalists, said the plan to service an international audience with substantially fewer staff while maintaining the existing high standards of production and journalism would not be achievable. Tiffany Calver is stepping down from 1Xtras Rap Show and will be replayed by Kenny Allstar. Part of this rebranding means cutting 70 jobs overall, including 14 presenters, leaving just five dedicated presenters, which is expected to save the BBC more than 1million. And now, after it was revealed Ken Bruce, 72, was forced out of his radio show early after sharing his decision to leave the station and r eplaced by Vernon Kay, 48, Liz has shared her beliefs once again over the BBC being ageist. He has been the jovial voice of Radio 2 for decades, and even his farewells were good-humoured. The presenter did not respond to multiple requests for comment from the Guardian, but confirmed his departure from the BBC in a tweet in January. Well there's no point in emailing the managers of the station because they made the decision. At the time, fellow DJs such as Vanessa Feltz accused the BBC of "ageism", although the BBC . Allen, thought to be in his late 50s, told listeners on Saturday night: 'The BBC, in its wisdom, have decided that after 20 years and amazingly good listening figures, that this show will sadly come to an end on May 15. Veteran broadcaster Steve Allen announced he is leaving LBC radio station last week after 44 years, to the disappointment of his many long-standing fans. This article was amended on 15 July 2022 because an earlier version misnamed BBC World News as BBC World. February 28, 2023 9:33 am. She has worked for the BBC since 1999 and has presented major news events like the US Presidential Elections and her award-winning coverage of the Australian fires. She has previously accused the BBC of ageism when it was revealed she was sacked from her radio show. Kenny said: From the age of 11, I remember taking my mothers cassette tapes to record The Rap Show on Saturdays. From Monday to Thursday he anchors the evening show The Context with Christian Fraser which airs on both BBC World News and the BBC News Channel. Fans of the 48-year-old who usually tune into her Radio 5 Live show each week may have also noticed her absence from the airwaves over the past two weeks. Liz added she thinks it could be time to "organise a class action". I continued to focus on identity politics both on screen and off and in my early 50s, transitioning to the full (silver) fox. Speaking in June last year, Liz tweeted: "I got sacked from @BBC6Music because they dont want women over 60". 'Although I never normally talk about how popular this show is, the audience share for this programme is the best on the station. Mr Allen told listeners of his three-hour programme that the 'very sad and short-sighted' decision was made despite large listening figures. A radio presenter's claims he was sacked due to depression have been thrown out by an employment tribunal. We kept putting the decision off, then life got better for us, we became more selfish and just didnt find the time.". 'I know how much this programme means to you and I can't tell you how many emails and letters I get every week telling me how much you love the music that we play and the interviews that we do on the show and more to the point that there's nowhere else on the BBC where you can hear this type of music played. On Thursday morning, the pair were discussing whether people love their dogs more than their partners, with Valentine's day just around the corner. "We've had Steve Wright, Ken Bruce and Paul O'Grady, Vanessa Feltz, all replaced by people, one is in his 30s, Owain Wyn Jones who's replacing Vanessa who was 60 when they sacked her. Baker worked at BBC Radio 5 Live from 1990-93 before rejoining in 2008 until his sacking today. Consent Search for articles. Liz, 64, worked with BBC on a number of its radio stations before she was sacked from her show on BBC Radio 6 after working for the BBC for 35 years. The former 5 Live presenter George Riley will never work for the BBC again, staff have been told, after multiple accusations of sexual assault were made against the presenter. The former tennis player was axed as host of the show last year, alongside the team captains, so that bosses could draft in fresh talent to revamp the long-running sports quiz. If you are dissatisfied with the response provided you can BBC News presenters: Political correspondent Matthew Amroliwala. Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning. Former BBC Radio Suffolk presenter James Hazell said he was discriminated against on the grounds of his depression. BBC Radio 5 Live has been accused of being driven by a 'pathetic diversity agenda' following the exit of Mark Pougatch. ", BBC Beyond Paradise star Jamie Bamber is married to Eastenders actress. He joins a presenting line up. 'But, I guess the majority are the older age group, that's the over 75s, who now have to pay their licence fee, so surely it's not too much to ask to have one programme in the week that caters for them and their musical choices. 'I have to be honest with you, I've not really had an adequate explanation why this programme is being axed, apart form the fact that they kind of want to go in a different direction. BBC News and BBC World News is going to be relaunched with a more digitally focused rolling news service later this year. BBC confirms new presenter line-up after 14 hosts 'axed' in shake-up BBC News and BBC World News channels cut 70 jobs in the UK as part of its plan to rebrand. Vernon, who's dad told him he has 'big shoes to fill, released a statement about his new gig as he said: "Im absolutely over the moon to be handed the microphone to present the mid-morning show on Radio 2, and what an honour to follow in the footsteps of the mighty Ken Bruce. Ms Franklin said a noticeable grey streak at the front of her hair was the reason behind the remark and she was shocked to be told this. A BBC Radio 2 spokesperson told the Mirror: "We respect Kens decision and wish him the very best of luck in the future as hes been a much loved part of the Radio 2 family. In addition, she has interviewed the likes of Irans President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Prince Albert of Monaco, just to name a few. Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies. Yes another ex radio presenter from the BBC bites the dust!! In 2014, a former BBC employee claimed that she and her female colleagues had been systematically sidelined and pushed out of the corporation once they reached their fifties. BBC News A radio presenter's claims he was sacked due to depression have been thrown out by an employment tribunal. "And, I'd slogged my way to the BBC all through Covid, driving down because you couldn't go on the train, temperature checks, tests up your nose before you go into the studio, and I did that week in, week out. Now, the broadcaster has. He continued to broadcast for a week after the initial allegations were made to BBC bosses, during which time some complainants were encouraged to go to the police with their claims by the internal investigation unit. Lucy also anchored for World News in 2003 before the launch of her own show. Also last year, presenter Victoria Derbyshire admitted she had been left 'absolutely devastated' after she found out her long-running show on BBC Two had beencut. Don't miss any TV and showbiz news - sign up to free alerts. BBC viewers blast 'woke' decision to ban Tom Jones' Delilah. One of the best-known voices on Radio Suffolk has left the station after taking a swipe at the BBC over the way it dealt with his problems with depression. But for the sake of 17 days, which was all that was remaining (on my contract), it seems a shame.. ', In a statement yesterday, the BBC said that it 'hopes to work with David again in the future and thank him for all he has done in this slot.'. It says of his Saturday night show: 'Staying in on a Saturday night is definitely the new 'going out' - especially when you've got David Allen to tune into.'. The BBCs annual report, published earlier this week, showed that staff numbers in the corporations newsrooms are at their lowest level in a decade. David Allen was due to host three more shows before his long-running programme was taken off air, but has been fired after hitting out at chiefs during his show on Saturday, insiders said. The DJs final song choice on Radio 2 was the The Beatles track The End, after which he quoted the lyrics: In the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make, before handing over to his colleague precisely at 12 pm with the words: Its 12 oclock, heres Jeremy..
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