The BBCs news and current affairs operations, which have an annual budget of 314m, have been the focus of several rounds of significant cuts in recent years as the corporation has sought savings to balance real-terms funding falls after licence fee settlements with the government. The BBCs annual report, published earlier this week, showed that staff numbers in the corporations newsrooms are at their lowest level in a decade. 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. This site is part of Newsquest's audited local newspaper network. BBC News and BBC World News are to merge to create a single 24-hour TV channel, the corporation said. 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. The freelance contract turned into a permanent one and soon Mr Allen was presenting segments on Solent's Information Exchange. ', 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.'. 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. The star has been replaced by Kenny Allstar, who will be taking over the prestigious. Speaking to the Dorset Echo in 2002, he said: 'I hated it. Sacking of BBC presenter who called colleagues 'C-words' puts spotlight 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 source said: 'What has happened to him is so sad. White, who had been slurring her speech for 30 minutes before being replaced by f. BBC News A radio presenter's claims he was sacked due to depression have been thrown out by an employment tribunal. Bruce thanked his listeners and his colleagues, as well as his employer , saying: "I've been here for a long time, and apart from the occasional vagary, it is still the finest broadcasting organisation in the world.". Following private reassurances regarding Rileys departure, the 5 Live controller, Jonathan Wall, publicly told staff during a discussion on workplace culture in February that an unnamed individual who had been suspended by the station had left the corporation and would not return to air. Northern Ireland. 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. 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 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.'. He also presented his own BBC Radio 1 show between 2004 and 2012, and another on Radio X between 2015 and 2017. Ex-BBC Radio Suffolk DJ James Hazell was dismissed for allegedly calling two colleagues the "C-word" and threatening them not to complain about him. 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. He later said the role was like 'being in a shed full of battery hens,hatching endless traffic bulletins.'. She's well-known for hosting the breakfast show on BBC Radio Kent. merge its UK and international news channels in May. Please review our, You need to be a subscriber to join the conversation. Express. By registering to HELLO! 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. 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.. Those ads you do see are predominantly from local businesses promoting local services. The station I told my mum I wanted to work at, but never in a million years thought I would. BBC News presenters: Award-winning journalist Yalda Hakim. The source said of the statement: 'I wonder whether that's one of the nastier managers sticking the knife in'. Something went wrong, please try again later. 2023 BBC. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. In June last year, 63-year-old Liz Kershaw was replaced on her Saturday afternoon Radio 6 show by 31-year-old Jamz Supernova. Plans for a new channel covering both UK and world news simply wont work, said Siegert. 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. A radio presenter's claims he was sacked due to depression have been thrown out by an employment tribunal. "Evidence was brought to Mr Cook, he investigated them and came to a conclusion and that conclusion was the claimant was guilty and decided to terminate on the basis of that investigation. 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", The Telegraph values your comments but kindly requests all posts are on topic, constructive and respectful. 'He has clearly touched a nerve. We call on the BBC to again rethink this cost-cutting idea. In his closing remarks, Mr Palmer said: "The claimant argued that Mr Cook's decision to investigate claims of misconduct and the decision to terminate [his employment] was because of his disability. He became a travel bulletin reader for AA Roadwatch before joining the BBC as a freelancer. Danny Baker slammed by fans after calling for Gareth Southgate to be sacked The BBCs annual report lists names including Clive Myrie, Reeta Chakrabarti, Victoria Derbyshire, Ben Brown and Joanna Gosling who combined are paid more than 1m for work across the BBC as presenters on 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. Sacked BBC presenter Jerome Quinn blasts coverage of GAA sports The tweet, which he later deleted but which has been. 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 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. Ms Franklin said after she was told she was going to be wound down, she made the grey streak in her hair her trademark. 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. Radio listeners in uproar over presenter changes - Slippedisc 14:56 EST 29 Apr 2021. '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. During his time with the station he helped raise 40,000 for them to build new studios in the Royal Bournemouth Hospital. Pougatch, 51, had been with 5 Live since its inception in 1994 and was a. 1. He was nominated by the Television and Radio Industry Club as Reporter of the Year in 1993 for his reporting on the troubles in Northern Ireland and covered the 1997 IRA ceasefire. It is understood that 14 chief presenter roles are to be cut overall. 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. Ken Bruce says early exit from Radio 2 'seems a shame' See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. 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. 'So I have to say I was rather shocked when I was told about their decision. 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. BBC News presenters: Political correspondent Matthew Amroliwala. "Its a dream come true to join the Radio 2 family and I cant wait to start. Ms Kershaw later tweeted: I got sacked from @BBC6Music because they dont want women over 60.. 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 has been the jovial voice of Radio 2 for decades, and even his farewells were good-humoured. 'As I say this was not my decision. Love them too.'. 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. 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. The BBC said: "Ken decided to leave Radio 2 and it's always been known he's leaving in March. BBC comes under pressure to sack Radio 5 Live presenter Sam Quek By On its website, BBC Radio Solent still displays Allen's profile. READ MORE Jeremy Clarkson addresses reports he's been axed from ITV Who Wants to be a Millionaire. Mr Hazell claimed his contract was terminated because of what the BBC perceived to be "negativity" in his behaviour, which resulted from his depression. contact the editor here. Ken Bruce opens last BBC Radio 2 show and says early exit is 'a shame' Prime Minister says Devon DJ sacking was unfair The Prime Minister has said he believes a DJ on Radio Devon who had to resign for playing a song that contained a racist word has been treated. 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. 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. Kay previously filled in for other Radio 2 presenters including Zoe Ball and Scott . 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. BBC Breakfast viewers love watching Naga on the programme and have often praised the journalist for her interviewing skills. The presenterwrote on Twitter: 'Absolutely devastated at the plan to end our programme (which I first learned about in yesterday's Times). Anna Cookson is an award-winning television and radio presenter in the UK. Matthew has also worked as a general news reporter, as well as foreign correspondent. BBC presenters: What's behind the large number leaving? ITV Coronation Street star announces full-time return to soap - leaving fans delighted. 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. 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.. Easily one of the most loved QVC hosts, King was a host with QVC . 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.. 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. The NUJ is also concerned about moving jobs currently based in London to Washington and Singapore and reminds decision-makers that BBC stands for the British Broadcasting Corporation, said Siegert. Overview. His earnings for the show - which attracted half a million listeners each Saturday - were not. 'We have listeners on this show from all ages from 15 to 101. It comes after BBC Radio 2 announced Vernon Kay would be replacing Ken on his coveted weekday slot on the airwaves. Matthew Amroliwala has worked for the BBC since 1989 and has largely been at the forefront of its UK political coverage. 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 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. Does it need to be investigated for the way it's treating people?". Mr Allen told listeners of his three-hour programme that the 'very sad and short-sighted' decision was made despite large listening figures. BBC News presenters: World News presenter Maryam Moshiri. 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. Ex-BBC presenter 'threatened with sack for having grey hair' UPDATE Tumour slightly bigger. Married Allen, from Bournemouth, Dorset, began his radio career at Bournemouth Hospital Radio broadcasting to different hospitals. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. We just never really wanted them. 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. There are no grey-haired news women (and few actors, presenters and MPs too). Last year saw BBC Radio 1 undergo a huge shake up when Scott Mills left. he was sacked from BBC 5 Live in 1997 when station . 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. A source said Allen was sacked by the broadcaster's bosses today. '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 judge also accepted Mr Cook's argument that a similar situation arising from a presenter without depression would have ended in the "same conclusion". 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. Caryn Franklin, now 64, was a presenter of the BBCs prime time The Clothes Show from 1986 to 1998. We accept that these conclusions were genuinely reached by Mr Cook and genuinely held. Beloved veteran broadcaster Ken Bruce, 71, who has hosted on BBC radio for 45 years, announced his departure from the network in January. Jamie Bamber plays Archie Hughes in Beyond Paradise on BBC One. Yes another ex radio presenter from the BBC bites the dust!! However, Mr Palmer said the BBC's evidence had 'greatly assisted' him, adding: "We are therefore satisfied that it was a decision taken on the basis of these two incidents and that was in his mind at the time. BBC News presenters: Lucy Hockings launched her own current affairs programme four years ago. 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. But this was dismissed by Mr Palmer at the hearing on Thursday, who said perceived negativity was "background context". Gordon Sparks (@SparksyOnRadio) / Twitter "Radio 2 will continue to be a multi-generational radio station that serves a 35+ audience (a target audience which also hasn't changed in decades).". 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. 'Although I never normally talk about how popular this show is, the audience share for this programme is the best on the station. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Latest News. However, the outrage and anger surrounding the recent behavior of the presenter has many people assuming Allen will not be around for long. Their departures have invited some uncomfortable headlines and questions for the corporation in. 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. BBC Radio Stoke Host Paula White Taken Off the Air During - YouTube ", Celeb obsessed? Charles Worthington, my hairdressing mate, dyed the rest of my brunette hair to a much richer colour to make my light stripe stand out.. 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. BBC Radio 1 presenter to be replaced after four years on air Data returned from the Piano 'meterActive/meterExpired' callback event. I will be very sad to leave this show and the BBC after so many years but most of all I will miss you the listener who have been so kind and supportive to this show and myself over the years. Cookson has worked for Radio 1, QVC, Magic, Kiss, LBC, Capital, and Heart. As a subscriber, you are shown 80% less display advertising when reading our articles. Registered in England & Wales | 01676637 |. Take our poll and have your say. The radio presenter has been sacked after posting a black and white photo showing a well-dressed man and woman holding hands with a suited chimpanzee. Its long too, and young women in particular absolutely love it.. David Allen began his radio career with a stint on Bournemouth Hospital Radio which saw him broadcast segments to aroundsix local hospitals. Where is Steve Allen? When presenter left LBC and his statement HP10 9TY. Something went wrong, please try again later. 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. 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. 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. 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'. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. The programme included the DJs signature Popmaster quiz, and tributes from stars included Rob Brydon and fellow presenter Jeremy Vine, who called him the most intelligent, generous and talented colleague". George Riley was suspended in 2017 following multiple accusations of sexual assault. 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.". '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 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. 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. The new channel will be broadcast from London during UK daytime hours, and then from Singapore and Washington. Lungs not responding to antibiotics. If you have a complaint about the editorial content which relates to 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. 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. It was proposed before and dropped. 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.

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