A BBC spokesperson said this evening: 'All stations change their line-ups from time to time. BBC Breakfast host shut down as co-star insists 'don't need you'. 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.. But employment judge Kevin Palmer, who presided over the hearing at Bury St Edmunds County Court, deemed that BBC editor Peter Cook's decision was based solely on the two incidents and was unrelated to Mr Hazell's depression. One of the most recent names on our list of LBC sacked presenters, Steve Allen has yet to be officially removed from the London Broadcasting Corporation. "The tribunal finds that the claimant's claims must fail, they do and are dismissed. There are no grey-haired news women (and few actors, presenters and MPs too). On its website, BBC Radio Solent still displays Allen's profile. So it's in plain sight now.". We are no longer accepting comments on this article. '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. 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. 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 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. Steve Wright was removed from his afternoon show and replaced with Radio 1s Scott Mills, while other presenters have jumped ship. Speaking on her podcast, Naga told listeners about her mother's reaction on discovering she didn't want children. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. 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. 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. 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He didn't lack enthusiasm, might even be thought to have too much, but his knowledge of . 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. This site is part of Newsquest's audited local newspaper network. Four years ago saw the launch of the reporter's current affairs programme, Live with Lucy Hockings which focuses on global breaking news, events and interviews. 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. Mr Hazell, who is from Ipswich and worked for the BBC from 2006 to 2021, denied both allegations throughout the hearing at Bury St Edmunds County Court. 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 comments below have not been moderated, By contact IPSO here, 2001-2023. I continued to focus on identity politics both on screen and off and in my early 50s, transitioning to the full (silver) fox. "She was heartbroken when I told her that we werent going to have children," she explained. I would suggest you email me and I will pass them on. Naga was replaced by Rachel Burden on Thursday. 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 . ITV Dancing On Ice judge Christopher announced Jayne is out of surgery - and it was a success. George Riley was suspended in 2017 following multiple accusations of sexual assault. Peter Cook said BBC Radio Suffolk presenter James . A source said Allen was sacked by the broadcaster's bosses today. In 2011, former BBC presenter Miriam O'Reilly, then 53, won an age discrimination case against the corporation after she was dropped from Countryfile. Tiffany Calver is stepping down from 1Xtras Rap Show and will be replayed by Kenny Allstar. POLL Should TV licence fee be means-tested? READ MORE: Sarah Lancashire spoke up to change Happy Valley ending. 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. Lungs not responding to antibiotics. At the time, fellow DJs such as Vanessa Feltz accused the BBC of "ageism", although the BBC . Let's dive into our overview of sacked talkSPORT presenters. During his time with the station he helped raise 40,000 for them to build new studios in the Royal Bournemouth Hospital. 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 use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. 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!' He became a travel bulletin reader for AA Roadwatch before joining the BBC as a freelancer. MailOnline has approached the BBC for comment. 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. 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. White, who had been slurring her speech for 30 minutes before being replaced by f. Dorries has called the licence fee outdated and discriminatory as all households pay the same amount regardless of income. 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. 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. inaccuracy or intrusion, then please 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. The corporation said the new-look channel, called BBC News, will launch next April. 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. 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? He added: '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. "Its a dream come true to join the Radio 2 family and I cant wait to start. The freelance contract turned into a permanent one and soon Mr Allen was presenting segments on Solent's Information Exchange. The source said: 'What has happened to him is so sad. 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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. 'I've truly valued the friendship that we've shared.'. 1. Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? 14:56 EST 29 Apr 2021. We call on the BBC to again rethink this cost-cutting idea. Riley, who presented the sports coverage on the 5 Live breakfast show in addition to his own programmes, was suspended by the corporation at the height of the #MeToo movement in October 2017. Those ads you do see are predominantly from local businesses promoting local services. Former BBC Radio 5 Live presenter Danny Baker has been roasted by England fans on social media after he called for national boss Gareth Southgate to be sacked following the team's defeat to Italy . 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. merge its UK and international news channels in May. 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. They are both highly engaging presenters who made me laugh so much in their company. 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. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Other alternatives are a voluntary subscription model like the one Netflix uses, allowing advertising, or through a general broadband levy. The presenterwrote on Twitter: 'Absolutely devastated at the plan to end our programme (which I first learned about in yesterday's Times). See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. Consent Search for articles. 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. In 2002, after a long stint filling in for Richard Cartridge, Mr Allen was hauled out of his understudy role and asked to take over the Saturday night slot on BBC Radio Solent. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. These included "a text about masturbation", "touching her leg and commenting on the fact she had shaved", and a "comment to her about having an erection in a station car". ", The Telegraph values your comments but kindly requests all posts are on topic, constructive and respectful. BBC radio star Danny Baker has been fired over a "racist" royal baby tweet showing a picture of a monkey that he posted last night. March 02, 2023 - 08:45 GMT Nicky Morris Naga Munchetty was absent from the BBC Breakfast sofa on Thursday morning in the show's latest presenter shake-up BBC Breakfast star Naga Munchetty was . But this was dismissed by Mr Palmer at the hearing on Thursday, who said perceived negativity was "background context". The new channel will remain ad-free in the UK. We wish Ken all the best for the future. The BBC will now enter consultation with affected staff and trade unions, while Ofcom, the UK media regulator, may wish to scrutinise the plans to substantially change the two existing news services. The last year with the pandemic has shown just how deep Nicky's connection is with our. 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. We have listeners on this show from all ages from 15 to 101. 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. He then quit his job last summer without giving evidence, meaning the investigation finished without his side of events. "There is nothing before us to suggest his decision was tainted by the claimant's disability. BBC Breakfast star Charlie Stayt halts show to warn Lenny Henry 'you shouldn't say that', Charlie was hosting BBC Breakfast on Thursday - but warned Lenny: "You really shouldn't say that. 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. 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. Their departures have invited some uncomfortable headlines and questions for the corporation in. Joining the five chief presenters at BBC News is Maryam Moshiri who has been a presenter on the World News for almost four years. A radio presenter's claims he was sacked due to depression have been thrown out by an employment tribunal. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. 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. In 2002 he took over the Saturday night slot and has remained there ever since. Riley was eventually suspended the following day, prompting a formal investigation. Paul OGrady quit after being told to share his slot with another presenter, and Vanessa Feltz joined TalkRadio. 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. 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. I think he is considering several areas but if you look at his comments then the obvious one is ageism.'. 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. Newsquest Media Group Ltd, Loudwater Mill, Station Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. He has worked on four general elections and since 2015, has presented the international programme Global, discussing major events in India and elsewhere in the world. Kay previously filled in for other Radio 2 presenters including Zoe Ball and Scott . Ms Kershaw later tweeted: I got sacked from @BBC6Music because they dont want women over 60.. 'We have listeners on this show from all ages from 15 to 101. 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. Mr Hazell, who presented the mid-morning show, allegedly made the "C-word" comment about his team members when speaking to a colleague called Connor Bennett. 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. By It was like being in a shed full of battery hens, hatching endless traffic bulletins. She works at QVC as an on-air host since 2017. . 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.. 2023 BBC. WATCH: Naga Munchetty calls for more diversity in newsrooms. 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. Caryn Franklin, now aged 64, was a presenter of the BBC's prime time The . 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. Data returned from the Piano 'meterActive/meterExpired' callback event. ', "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'.". 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. She used to work as a reporter in her native New Zealand. Another day, another ageism accusation being levelled at the BBC. he was sacked from BBC 5 Live in 1997 when station . He remained with the channel until November 1998 and was a relatively popular presence on the station. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. The tweet, which he later deleted but which has been. The former face of the BBC's GAA coverage has attacked the corporation claiming it promoted "Protestant-supported sports" over Gaelic games. Award-winning journalist Yalda Hakim continues to deliver hard-hitting journalism for Our World and for BBC News' television and radio coverage. Beloved veteran broadcaster Ken Bruce, 71, who has hosted on BBC radio for 45 years, announced his departure from the network in January. Mel Evans Wednesday 28 Apr 2021 2:08 pm. Something went wrong, please try again later. Anna Cookson is an award-winning television and radio presenter in the UK. The tribunal heard Mr Hazell had previously been warned about his conduct towards Employee A, due to comments and behaviour of a sexual nature. Mr Allen told listeners of his three-hour programme that the 'very sad and short-sighted' decision was made despite large listening figures. ", BBC boss says he sacked presenter due to swearing, Depressed presenter accuses BBC of discrimination, Rogue trader offering 'cheap trees' targeting homes in Suffolk, Suffolk: Five of the best pubs to listen to live music, Suffolk: Best cheap eat restaurants to try across the county, Man left with split lip after being punched in the face, How these Welsh cakes inspire the flavour of home for one chef, How this town could become a bitcoin destination, Xi Jinping's power grab - and why it matters, Street fighting in Bakhmut but Russia not in control, Saving Private Ryan actor Tom Sizemore dies at 61, The children left behind in Cuba's mass exodus, Snow, Fire and Lights: Photos of the Week. ", Celeb obsessed? We just never really wanted them. 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. 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. 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. BBC viewers blast 'woke' decision to ban Tom Jones' Delilah. The latest news, sport, weather and traffic information on-air and online at bbc.co.uk/derby BBC Radio Derby | Derby "We do not doubt that he followed an investigation after these incidents were reported to him. Take our poll and have your say. A BBC Radio 1 presenter has been replaced after four years on air. Read about our approach to external linking. Multiple sources said this was clearly understood by those present to be a reference to Riley. George Riley, who had been with 5 Live for more than a decade when he was suspended in 2017. 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. Liz, 64, worked with BBC on a number of its. beyond the end of the BBCs current royal charter in 2027. He has been the jovial voice of Radio 2 for decades, and even his farewells were good-humoured. It is important that we continue to promote these adverts as our local businesses need as much support as possible during these challenging times. 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. Now, the broadcaster has. 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. 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. These adverts enable local businesses to get in front of their target audience the local community. However, the outrage and anger surrounding the recent behavior of the presenter has many people assuming Allen will not be around for long. A former BBC presenter has claimed she was threatened with the sack for being too old when she was in her thirties. 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. 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. As a subscriber, you are shown 80% less display advertising when reading our articles. James Hazell has been working at the. 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. Can Nigeria's election result be overturned? 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. 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. 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. Lucy also anchored for World News in 2003 before the launch of her own show.
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