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. The changes come following discontent among veteran Radio 2 presenters about the stations attempt to appeal to youth, which has involved a reduction in music from before the 1990s and an attempt to woo listeners in their 30s and early 40s. BBC News presenters: Lucy Hockings launched her own current affairs programme four years ago. In 2002 he took over the Saturday night slot and has remained there ever since.
BBC Radio 1 presenter to be replaced after four years on air Timothy Leslie Boyd (Tommy Boyd) Prior presenter of the ITV children's program, Magpie, Tommy Boyd joined the talkSPORT station when it was still "Talk Radio" in 1995. He did however hint that his audience could follow him to Greatest Hits, saying may we meet again. 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. 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 . Updated: 10:53, 2 Mar 2023 RADIO 1 DJ Tiffany Calver is stepping down from 1Xtra's Rap Show after four years. He described being 'stunned' when he was offered the position and said he initially asked the show's bosses: 'Do you want to think about it? Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right.
Danny Baker fired by BBC over royal baby chimp tweet 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. 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. '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. 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. Paul OGrady quit after being told to share his slot with another presenter, and Vanessa Feltz joined TalkRadio. 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. As a subscriber, you are shown 80% less display advertising when reading our articles. Stacey Solomon's Sort Your Life Out accused of animal cruelty, No need to brag, we shaped the world after all - COMMENT, Naga Munchetty shuts down BBC Breakfast co-host, Susanna Reid warns Lady Hervey 'that's enough' as she ends interview, Sarah Lancashire spoke up to change Happy Valley ending, 1000lb Sisters fans heartbroken as Amy Slaton confirms death, Vicky McClure finally addresses inappropriate premiere dress, Happy Valley's Ryan Cawood isn't a psychopath thanks to one key detail, The meaning behind Tommy Lee Royce's song in Happy Valley explained, Silent Witness wraps up this evening with fans keen for more, James Norton 'isn't too attractive' to play Happy Valley villain. Joining the five chief presenters at BBC News is Maryam Moshiri who has been a presenter on the World News for almost four years. '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. We accept that these conclusions were genuinely reached by Mr Cook and genuinely held.
BBC bosses axe Radio 2 DJ Ken Bruce's contract a month EARLY QVC UK Presenters Sacked Updated 2023 - mrDustBin 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.
BBC Newcastle host Sue Sweeney, who worked for the Beeb for Beloved veteran broadcaster Ken Bruce, 71, who has hosted on BBC radio for 45 years, announced his departure from the network in January. The new channel will remain ad-free in the UK. Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning. Returning to Wogan House [the station's headquarters] for a week after a month of broadcasting the Piano Room sessions at Maida Vale provided a natural break. This was more than a radio show it was my entire social life. "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. He then quit his job last summer without giving evidence, meaning the investigation finished without his side of events. 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. 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. 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 72-year-old BBC presenter signs off his final show with a quick goodbye after 30 years behind the microphone. The alleged comment had been relayed to Employee A and Ms Park by the time they met Mr Hazell in a pub on 1 July 2021. Enjoy your weekend though," while another added: "Mornings are not the same when your not there.". 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. The BBC Radio Solent presenter has 'clearly touched a nerve', added one source close to him following the latest development. 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].
BBC presenter sacked over 'racist' royal baby photo Charles Worthington, my hairdressing mate, dyed the rest of my brunette hair to a much richer colour to make my light stripe stand out.. HP10 9TY. In June last year, 63-year-old Liz Kershaw was replaced on her Saturday afternoon Radio 6 show by 31-year-old Jamz Supernova.
BBC Radio Derby | Derby - Facebook 'I'm gutted particularly for our brilliant, young, ambitious, talented team - love 'em. BBC Breakfast viewers love watching Naga on the programme and have often praised the journalist for her interviewing skills. "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. BBC News and BBC World News are to merge to create a single 24-hour TV channel, the corporation said. ', 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.'. He joins a presenting line up. POLL Should TV licence fee be means-tested? 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.
Veteran BBC DJ 'is sacked' after criticising bosses for axeing his They are both highly engaging presenters who made me laugh so much in their company.
I'm an ex-BBC presenter - I was left traumatised after my boss bullied Sacked talkSPORT presenters over the years - Radio Fidelity The freelance contract turned into a permanent one and soon Mr Allen was presenting segments on Solent's Information Exchange. The pub meeting had been an attempt to resolve the issues between them, the tribunal heard, but Mr Hazell then allegedly threatened the two women not to complain about him. AOC under investigation for Met Gala dress, Mother who killed her five children euthanised, The children left behind in Cuba's exodus, Alex Murdaugh's legal troubles are far from over, US sues Exxon over nooses found at Louisiana plant, Alex Murdaugh jailed for life for double murder.
List of BBC newsreaders and reporters - WIKI 2 He became a travel bulletin reader for AA Roadwatch before joining the BBC as a freelancer. 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. He also presented his own BBC Radio 1 show between 2004 and 2012, and another on Radio X between 2015 and 2017. Katie Weston For Mailonline, Tony Blair's former spin doctor Alastair Campbell will guest present GMB during Mental Health Awareness Week - but denies he will be Piers Morgan's long term replacement, Woman's Hour is finally going to be 60 minutes: Radio Four programme will be extended from current 45 minutes as BBC bosses praise new presenters Emma Barnett and Anita Rani. Bruce had expected to see out March at the helm of the mid-morning show, and previously said he was surprised and disappointed by the decision to end his tenure early, adding that he wasn't given any real reason that I understood. She said: I did not meekly cover up my stylish streak, but made it my trademark, instead. BBC Radio 2 accused of 'clear cut ageism' by Liz Kershaw, Liz Kershaw has accused BBC Radio 2 of ageism, Ken Bruce has revealed his final show on the BBC was brought forward, Vernon Kay is replacing Ken on his iconic weekday slot, Vernon's dad warned him he has 'big shoes to fill', BBC Radio 2 forced Ken Bruce out early after signing for rival station left 'sour taste', Vernon Kays dad warns he has big shoes to fill as he replaces Ken Bruce on BBC Radio 2, BBC Radio 2's Zoe Ball says 'I'll be lucky to be here in two years' after schedule change, BBC reuploads Sabrina Carpenter's 'rude' Live Lounge amid fan speculation around song, Vernon Kay issues statement on Ken Bruce as Radio 2 veteran claims he's been 'forced out. She used to work as a reporter in her native New Zealand. The former face of the BBC's GAA coverage has attacked the corporation claiming it promoted "Protestant-supported sports" over Gaelic games. The corporation said the new-look channel, called BBC News, will launch next April. A BBC Radio 1 presenter has been replaced after four years on air. Younger white men in their 40s. She attended Minster School, Southwell.
'He has clearly touched a nerve. Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies. BBC Radio 2 have seen a number of presenters on the station leave in recent months with the latest being radio legend Ken Bruce, as his exit was brought forward by the broadcaster. Riley was eventually suspended the following day, prompting a formal investigation. beyond the end of the BBCs current royal charter in 2027. Mel Evans Wednesday 28 Apr 2021 2:08 pm. "The tribunal finds that the claimant's claims must fail, they do and are dismissed. When the presenter first joined the hospital radio station, he described how he had to broadcast from a cramped attic in Westbourne Hospital and was asked to do a Saturday sports programme within just two weeks of joining. More info. The source said of the statement: 'I wonder whether that's one of the nastier managers sticking the knife in'. 'I know that many of you will be disappointed and incensed by this decision and will want to know you to complain to. 'He's had a regular show for two decades.'. Ms Franklin said after she was told she was going to be wound down, she made the grey streak in her hair her trademark. We kept putting the decision off, then life got better for us, we became more selfish and just didnt find the time.".
Radio Suffolk presenter's sacking was not due to disability The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. The presenterwrote on Twitter: 'Absolutely devastated at the plan to end our programme (which I first learned about in yesterday's Times).
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BBC confirms new presenter line-up after 14 hosts 'axed' in shake-up 'It is also nearly three times that of Radio 2 and over four times that of any commercial radio station in our transmission area. 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. 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..
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. 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. 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 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. David Allen began his radio career with a stint on Bournemouth Hospital Radio which saw him broadcast segments to aroundsix local hospitals. BBC Newsemploys many presentersand correspondentswho appear across television, radio and contribute to BBC Online.
Radio 3's Ian Skelly announces his removal from the mid-morning show 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. READ MORE: Sarah Lancashire spoke up to change Happy Valley ending. A large number of presenters have left the BBC in recent months - either by force or by choice. Mr Allen told listeners of his three-hour programme that the 'very sad and short-sighted' decision was made despite large listening figures.
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It is understood that 14 chief presenter roles are to be cut overall. "She was heartbroken when I told her that we werent going to have children," she explained. 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. 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. 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 dad-of-three claimed he lasted just three . BBC host David Allen is none too pleased his show has been axed (Picture: Twitter) Veteran BBC radio presenter David Allen has hit out at the broadcaster . '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. UK viewers will no longer be provided with a domestic rolling news service, losing programmes such as Dateline London after 25 years, and the new channel will feature a mix of international content as well as new flagship programmes built around high-profile journalists. Read about our approach to external linking.
James Hazell hits out at BBC after leaving Radio Suffolk We call on the BBC to again rethink this cost-cutting idea. Now, the broadcaster has. But for the sake of 17 days, which was all that was remaining (on my contract), it seems a shame.. 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. "We never tried and I never miscarried. 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. The source said: 'What has happened to him is so sad. In response to the disclosures, first reported by the Sunday Times, a BBC spokesperson emphasised that no individual was named in the meeting and declined to comment on the outcome of the investigation into Riley. Tiffany Calver is stepping down from 1Xtra's Rap Show and will be replayed by Kenny Allstar. The Clothes Show was aired on BBC One between 1986 and 2000 and attracted around 9 million viewers every week. Take our poll and have your say. "The others are all in their 40s. Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? Hell now be presenting the Capital Breakfast Show on Capital FM with Roman Kemp. 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. "We found both actions were genuine and not a sham. 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.
Where is Steve Allen? When presenter left LBC and his statement Steve Wright was removed from his afternoon show and replaced with Radio 1s Scott Mills, while other presenters have jumped ship.
Devon DJ forced to resign - ITV News Theyre a testament to the success of our Christmas Takeover initiative and Im thrilled it will enable them to bring a smile to the nation on daytime. Newsquest Media Group Ltd, Loudwater Mill, Station Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. Let's dive into our overview of sacked talkSPORT presenters. Married Allen, from Bournemouth, Dorset, began his radio career at Bournemouth Hospital Radio broadcasting to different hospitals. '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. Their departures have invited some uncomfortable headlines and questions for the corporation in. 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. She said: "It happened to me as well, a year ago and I couldn't prove it but I think it's just a case of numbers now.". ITV Dancing On Ice judge Christopher announced Jayne is out of surgery - and it was a success. A former BBC presenter has claimed she was sacked for being "too old" when she was in her thirties.
Multiple sources said this was clearly understood by those present to be a reference to Riley. 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.
Sacked BBC presenter Jerome Quinn blasts coverage of GAA sports Sacked Danny Baker: BBC bosses have thrown me under bus Meanwhile, when asked what affect her own sacking had on her, Liz explained she wasn't surprised by it. See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. Ms Franklin said a . This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. 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. Who are the five new BBC News presenters? 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. 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. BBC BreakfaststarNaga Munchetty was absent from the red sofa on Thursday morning, with relief presenter Rachel Burden stepping in for the journalist. Mr Hazell said the BBC discriminated against him due to his depression. This site is part of Newsquest's audited local newspaper network. 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.
Ex-BBC radio presenter James Hazell loses employment tribunal 'We're incredibly proud that during the pandemic local radio has been such an important source of news, information and comfort to audiences of all ages. 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. BBC News provides television journalism to BBC Onebulletins and the rolling news channels BBC World Newsand the BBC News Channelin the United Kingdom. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites.
Ex-BBC presenter 'sacked for having grey hair' 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. However, Tim Davie, the BBC director general, is seeking to make 500m in cuts to existing TV and radio services to invest in digital-only initiatives. BBC comes under pressure to sack Radio 5 Live presenter Sam Quek after she repeatedly breached advertising rules by promoting gambling firm without declaring she was being paid by them Sam. 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.
After only a few months the presenter, who is also a keen tennis player, quit and returned to Dorset where he found a position freelancing for the BBC. 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. The station I pretended to be on in my bedroom from the age of six. Heidi Dawson, Controller of BBC Radio 5 Live, says: "Nicky is the master of radio phone-in broadcasting. In addition, it is understood that overall 14, not 19, chief presenter roles will be cut. 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. 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.. 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. 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. BBC Radio 5 Live has been accused of being driven by a 'pathetic diversity agenda' following the exit of Mark Pougatch. He has been the jovial voice of Radio 2 for decades, and even his farewells were good-humoured. 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.. Ex-BBC Radio Suffolk DJ James Hazell was dismissed for allegedly calling two colleagues . The station I told my mum I wanted to work at, but never in a million years thought I would. If you wish to change your mind and would like to stop receiving communications from hellomagazine.com, you can revoke your consent by clicking on "unsubscribe" in the footer of the newsletter. She led the BBC World News coverage in August 2021 of America's US withdrawal from Afghanistan, the collapse of the Afghan government and the Talibans return to power.
BBC radio presenter fired for 'racist' tweet about Meghan Markle and Here is the new confirmed line-up for the BBC news presenters. Yes another ex radio presenter from the BBC bites the dust!! Tiffany Calver is stepping down from 1Xtras Rap Show and will be replayed by Kenny Allstar. The experienced presenter told listeners he believes the corporation's chiefs cancelled his show because his elderly audience are 'the wrong type of listeners'. Love them too.'. , updated The BBCs annual report, published earlier this week, showed that staff numbers in the corporations newsrooms are at their lowest level in a decade. 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. Ms Kershaw later 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. The 72-year-old broadcaster had vowed that as a hard-bitten old Scot he would not be making a fuss or tugging at the heart strings during his final programme. BBC News and BBC World News is going to be relaunched with a more digitally focused rolling news service later this year.
Sacked BBC Radio Suffolk presenter James Hazell 'used C-word'