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The last year with the pandemic has shown just how deep Nicky's connection is with our. During his time with the station he helped raise 40,000 for them to build new studios in the Royal Bournemouth Hospital. 2023 BBC. ", The Telegraph values your comments but kindly requests all posts are on topic, constructive and respectful. Naga Munchetty was absent from the BBC Breakfast sofa on Thursday morning in the show's latest presenter shake-up, Naga Munchetty's eclectic Hertfordshire home has the boldest interiors, Naga Munchetty is a radiant bride in rarely-seen wedding photo. Last year, broadcaster Libby Purves, who has presented on Radio 4 for 40 years, said the growth of websites and social media had made BBC bosses increasingly concerned with image. Christian was working as a foreign correspondent for 10 years prior to returning to London to present BBC News. The former face of the BBC's GAA coverage has attacked the corporation claiming it promoted "Protestant-supported sports" over Gaelic games. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. 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. A former BBC presenter has claimed she was threatened with the sack for being too old when she was in her thirties. 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. 'Although I never normally talk about how popular this show is, the audience share for this programme is the best on the station. Unlike young men, our young women dont get to see where they are going as they age, she said. 'We have listeners on this show from all ages from 15 to 101. 1. 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. Those ads you do see are predominantly from local businesses promoting local services. 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. A radio presenter's claims he was sacked due to depression have been thrown out by an employment tribunal. Although the BBC internally concluded he had a case to answer in reference to the allegations, the fact that Riley had already left the corporation meant it did not reach a definitive verdict, leaving those who made the accusations in the dark. Liz told viewers: "It didn't because two reasons really, I saw it coming, you can feel it in the air as Vanessa said, she could sense the ageism/sexism, I could feel it coming. "The tribunal finds that the claimant's claims must fail, they do and are dismissed. "We never tried and I never miscarried. A BBC editor has told a tribunal he had no option other than to sack a radio presenter who allegedly used a swear word to describe two colleagues. A BBC spokesperson said: We cant comment on a private staff meeting or indeed on individual staff matters although we take all concerns about harassment very seriously and investigate allegations thoroughly and take any appropriate action. Danny Baker slammed by fans after calling for Gareth Southgate to be sacked HP10 9TY. The NUJ said that ultimately the number of existing staff losing their jobs could be higher than the BBC has indicated, and that the merging of the two channels would mean the 143 journalism roles being officially closed. Why do Radio 3 presenters adopt the tone stupid adults use when 'I know that many of you will be disappointed and incensed by this decision and will want to know you to complain to. Enjoy your weekend though," while another added: "Mornings are not the same when your not there.". Who are the five new BBC News presenters? 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. Sian Welby is from Upton, a small village in Nottinghamshire, England. The BBC said the changes would create a modern, digital-led and streamlined organisation that drives the most value from the licence fee and delivers more for audiences. You can unsubscribe at any time. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. ITV Coronation Street star announces full-time return to soap - leaving fans delighted. Get a daily dose of showbiz gossip direct to your inbox. Miss Barker, who will stay on as the corporation's face of Wimbledon, later told of her sadness at having to leave the show after 24 years andsaid that the BBC had to remove her from the programme as she would never have left voluntarily. And for all those people we gave a voice to. These adverts enable local businesses to get in front of their target audience the local community. The radio presenter, from Christchurch,Dorset, then went on to become atravel bulletin reader for AA Roadwatch in London. But this was dismissed by Mr Palmer at the hearing on Thursday, who said perceived negativity was "background context". 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]. Some of her interviewees include investors, CEOs and the politicians from around the world. It is important that we continue to promote these adverts as our local businesses need as much support as possible during these challenging times. Fans are clearly missing seeing Naga on their screens as they have taken to her Instagram page over the past week to express their sadness over her absence. 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 a plan to create a single more digitally focused rolling news service. Lungs not responding to antibiotics. Data returned from the Piano 'meterActive/meterExpired' callback event. The station I pretended to be on in my bedroom from the age of six. 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. Ms Purves said that in the past 'you could get older unless your voice actually quavered and your phrases and opinions marked you out as an old buffer'. However, the outrage and anger surrounding the recent behavior of the presenter has many people assuming Allen will not be around for long. 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. 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. Radio DJ Ken Bruce has opened his last BBC Radio 2 show after more than 40 years at the corporation. It was like being in a shed full of battery hens, hatching endless traffic bulletins. The new channel will remain ad-free in the UK. BBC Radio 1 presenter to be replaced after four years on air Tiffany Calver is stepping down from 1Xtras Rap Show and will be replayed by Kenny Allstar. A well known local radio presenter was not discriminated against on the basis of his disability when he was sacked byBBC Radio Suffolk, a tribunal has found. inaccuracy or intrusion, then please A BBC spokesperson said this evening: 'All stations change their line-ups from time to time. Married Allen, from Bournemouth, Dorset, began his radio career at Bournemouth Hospital Radio broadcasting to different hospitals. 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.'. Riley had been with 5 Live for more than a decade when a number of claims about his behaviour were made by colleagues to the BBCs internal investigation unit. Liz, 64, worked with BBC on a number of its. Ms Franklin said wrinkly, grey-haired males have been normalised in the media. '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. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. BBC News and BBC World News are to merge to create a single 24-hour TV channel, the corporation said. New tumour on liver. By BBC boss says he sacked presenter due to swearing - BBC News It will be impossible for the new channel to have the same high standards of journalism that the two current channels are known for around the globe.. Gordon Sparks (@SparksyOnRadio) / Twitter BBC Radio Suffolk presenter James Hazell was judged to have breached his contract by using the C-word to refer to two female co-workers with whom he had "increasingly strained relationships", according to editor Peter Cook, who gave evidence to an employment tribunal. 'There's so much great music from all eras and it seems rather strange that radio stations only want to play a limited range. 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. BBC radio presenter fired for 'racist' tweet about Meghan Markle and BBC Breakfast host Dan Walker has spoken candidly about his career in television and radio, as the presenter addressed his time working for talkSPORT. ", She added: "It's just such a changed place. contact the editor here. I continued to focus on identity politics both on screen and off and in my early 50s, transitioning to the full (silver) fox. Paul OGrady quit after being told to share his slot with another presenter, and Vanessa Feltz joined TalkRadio. Liz said: "Well, I've been waiting for the evidence to pile up because we all thought that but I think there's a really clear cut case now. On its website, BBC Radio Solent still displays Allen's profile. BBC Radio 5 Live has been accused of being driven by a 'pathetic diversity agenda' following the exit of Mark Pougatch. 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. Anna Cookson is an award-winning television and radio presenter in the UK. Younger white men in their 40s. Speaking to the Dorset Echo in 2002, he said: ', Isabel Oakeshott receives 'menacing' message from Matt Hancock, Insane moment river of rocks falls onto Malibu Canyon in CA, Ken Bruce finishes his 30-year tenure as host of BBC Radio 2, Pavement where disabled woman gestured at cyclist before fatal crash, Pro-Ukrainian drone lands on Russian spy planes exposing location, 'Buster is next!' Ms Franklin said a . He became a travel bulletin reader for AA Roadwatch before joining the BBC as a freelancer. 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. The BBC had until now declined to comment on the case and failed to issue any update on the investigation to members of staff at the national radio station, prompting fears among some staff of a cover-up. 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. Riley was eventually suspended the following day, prompting a formal investigation. Naga is married to TV director James Haggar. Mr Cook said he investigated both allegations and terminated Mr Hazell's contract as a result of these matters alone, rather than any other issues, which was accepted by the judge. 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. So it's in plain sight now.". We are no longer accepting comments on this article. It was proposed before and dropped. I always wanted to one day be the host of this powerful slot on these powerful networks. Don't miss any TV and showbiz news - sign up to free alerts. 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. Overview. I would suggest you email me and I will pass them on. 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. Mark Pougatch exit sparks backlash against BBC Radio 5 Live | Metro News Veteran BBC DJ 'is sacked' after criticising bosses for axeing his 'I can only assume that, although I have lots of listeners, they are the wrong type of listeners which I think is very sad and short-sighted. The BBC Radio Solent presenter has 'clearly touched a nerve', added one source close to him following the latest development. Tiffany Calver is stepping down from 1Xtra's Rap Show and will be replayed by Kenny Allstar. A former BBC presenter has claimed she was sacked for being "too old" when she was in her thirties. merge its UK and international news channels in May. We accept that these conclusions were genuinely reached by Mr Cook and genuinely held. Sacked BBC Radio Suffolk presenter James Hazell 'used C-word' ', "So, in a way it did me a favour because it forced it but I've always had this in the back of my head, 'Always remember Liz, it's not who you are, it's just what you do'.". He didn't lack enthusiasm, might even be thought to have too much, but his knowledge of . A BBC Radio 1 presenter has been replaced after four years on air. Award-winning journalist Yalda Hakim continues to deliver hard-hitting journalism for Our World and for BBC News' television and radio coverage. Hell now be presenting the Capital Breakfast Show on Capital FM with Roman Kemp. BBC viewers blast 'woke' decision to ban Tom Jones' Delilah. Ex-BBC presenter 'sacked for having grey hair' Ken Bruce, 72, was forced out of his radio show early after sharing his decision to leave the station, Will you miss Ken Bruce being on Radio 2? "We do not doubt that he followed an investigation after these incidents were reported to him. 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. 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. Following a spell off social media, he has recently returned to being a prolific tweeter, sharing messages about how 2018 had been a tough year and thanking his family for supporting him during a difficult period. A source at the radio station told MailOnline that Mr Allen's claims are 'not true' and that his contract was coming to an end. It is understood that 14 chief presenter roles are to be cut overall. Read about our approach to external linking. BBC confirms new presenter line-up after 14 hosts 'axed' in shake-up Sacked BBC presenter Jerome Quinn blasts coverage of GAA sports '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. This site is part of Newsquest's audited local newspaper network. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. She has been at the heart of some of the world's biggest stories, including the economic impact of the 9/11 attacks and the war in Ukraine. Plans for a new channel covering both UK and world news simply wont work, said Siegert. 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. Bruce presented his final mid-morning Radio 2 show after 30 years behind the microphone, and despite saying it was a shame to be put on gardening leave, signed off with the quick goodbye he had promised. Cookson has worked for Radio 1, QVC, Magic, Kiss, LBC, Capital, and Heart. "Radio 2 is hugely proud of having a range of presenters from their 30s to 80 years old on the station, an age range which hasnt changed in decades, in fact Ken Bruce started presenting on Radio 2 at the age of 33. BBC News A radio presenter's claims he was sacked due to depression have been thrown out by an employment tribunal. Radio 5 Live presenter Danny Baker was fired by the BBC on May 6, 2019, after posting a tweet about baby Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor . BBC Radio Stoke Host Paula White Taken Off the Air During - YouTube I'm an ex-BBC presenter - I was left traumatised after my boss bullied 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". This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Peter Cook said BBC Radio Suffolk presenter James . beyond the end of the BBCs current royal charter in 2027. ", Their afternoon slot on BBC Radio 1 will be filled by Dean McCullough and Vicky Hawkesworth. 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.
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