The presenters departure has become controversial following claims that BBC bosses brought forward his leaving date by a month, amid an exodus of experienced presenters and attempts to appeal to younger listeners. 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. '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. 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. A Gannett Company. BBC News presenters: Political correspondent Matthew Amroliwala. "The decision to investigate and terminate might be unfavourable but this is not something arising from the disability. Kenny said: "From the age of 11 . Speaking on her podcast, Naga told listeners about her mother's reaction on discovering she didn't want children. We just never really wanted them. If you are dissatisfied with the response provided you can We have listeners on this show from all ages from 15 to 101. contact the editor here. 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. '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. Riley was eventually suspended the following day, prompting a formal investigation. We wish Ken all the best for the future. He has been the jovial voice of Radio 2 for decades, and even his farewells were good-humoured. It is understood that 14 chief presenter roles are to be cut overall. he was sacked from BBC 5 Live in 1997 when station . We call on the BBC to again rethink this cost-cutting idea. We kept putting the decision off, then life got better for us, we became more selfish and just didnt find the time.". She's well-known for hosting the breakfast show on BBC Radio Kent. A former BBC presenter has claimed she was threatened with the sack for being "too old" when she was in her thirties. As a subscriber, you are shown 80% less display advertising when reading our articles. GB News host Isabel Webster presents alongside Eamonn Holmes who is married to Loose Women star Ruth Langsford. '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. BBC News and BBC World News is going to be relaunched with a more digitally focused rolling news service later this year. 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. The tribunal heard Mr Hazell had previously been warned about his conduct towards Employee A, due to comments and behaviour of a sexual nature. ITV Dancing On Ice judge Christopher announced Jayne is out of surgery - and it was a success. 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 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. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Ex BBC radio Suffolk man . '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. 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.. 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. A BBC Radio 1 presenter has been replaced after four years on air. Younger white men in their 40s. 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. Some of her interviewees include investors, CEOs and the politicians from around the world. ITV Dancing On Ice's Christopher Dean issues Jayne Torvill health announcement. Baker worked at BBC Radio 5 Live from 1990-93 before rejoining in 2008 until his sacking today. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Unlike young men, our young women dont get to see where they are going as they age, she said. Radio DJ Ken Bruce has opened his last BBC Radio 2 show after more than 40 years at the corporation. 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. "There is nothing before us to suggest his decision was tainted by the claimant's disability. '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. 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. The latest news, sport, weather and traffic information on-air and online at bbc.co.uk/derby BBC Radio Derby | Derby Evenings: James Whale, a presenter who was previously sacked from sister station TalkSport after encouraging listeners to vote for Boris Johnson in 2008 London Mayoral Election, in breach of. 'After all, this is a request show, so if you, the listener, only wanted to hear the current top 40 that is what I would play, but obviously that is not the case and let's be honest a request show is the only true indication of what listeners want to hear.'. 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'. In 2011, former BBC presenter Miriam O'Reilly, then 53, won an age discrimination case against the corporation after she was dropped from Countryfile. 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. READ MORE: Sarah Lancashire spoke up to change Happy Valley ending. inaccuracy or intrusion, then please These adverts enable local businesses to get in front of their target audience the local community. READ MORE Jeremy Clarkson addresses reports he's been axed from ITV Who Wants to be a Millionaire. 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. 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. Beloved veteran broadcaster Ken Bruce, 71, who has hosted on BBC radio for 45 years, announced his departure from the network in January. 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The way audiences consume news is changing, said Naja Nielsen, digital director at BBC News. 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? Simon Mayo, former Radio 2 presenter, said that Bruces departure had been handled badly. travel bulletin reader for AA Roadwatch in London. Married Allen, from Bournemouth, Dorset, began his radio career at Bournemouth Hospital Radio broadcasting to different hospitals. 2023 BBC. 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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. A source said Allen was sacked by the broadcaster's bosses today. Mr Hazell said the BBC discriminated against him due to his depression. 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. 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. On Thursday morning, the pair were discussing whether people love their dogs more than their partners, with Valentine's day just around the corner. 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. At the time, fellow DJs such as Vanessa Feltz accused the BBC of "ageism", although the BBC . 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. Nadine Dorries, the culture secretary, is set to launch a consultation on the future of the licence fee as the corporations funding mechanism beyond the end of the BBCs current royal charter in 2027. 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? "She was heartbroken when I told her that we werent going to have children," she explained. 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. MailOnline has approached the BBC for comment. Here is the new confirmed line-up for the BBC news presenters. Ex-BBC Radio Suffolk DJ James Hazell was dismissed for allegedly calling two colleagues . Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. 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. 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. WATCH: Naga Munchetty calls for more diversity in newsrooms. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. George Riley was suspended in 2017 following multiple accusations of sexual assault. 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. 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. Sign up to our What to Watch newsletter to get other stories like this delivered straight to your inbox. 'I'm gutted particularly for our brilliant, young, ambitious, talented team - love 'em. Those ads you do see are predominantly from local businesses promoting local services. However, the outrage and anger surrounding the recent behavior of the presenter has many people assuming Allen will not be around for long. The presenterwrote on Twitter: 'Absolutely devastated at the plan to end our programme (which I first learned about in yesterday's Times). 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.". On its website, BBC Radio Solent still displays Allen's profile. So it's in plain sight now.". 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. 'There's so much great music from all eras and it seems rather strange that radio stations only want to play a limited range. 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. Last year saw BBC Radio 1 undergo a huge shake up when Scott Mills left. 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. However, prior to the pub meeting, the presenter was alleged to have told colleague Connor Bennett 'my team are being c****' and the two women had been made aware of the slur. Get a daily dose of showbiz gossip direct to your inbox. He also presented Summer Sportstime for a few seasons. 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. See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. She said: I did not meekly cover up my stylish streak, but made it my trademark, instead. BBC News presenters: Award-winning journalist Yalda Hakim. Award-winning journalist Yalda Hakim continues to deliver hard-hitting journalism for Our World and for BBC News' television and radio coverage. By
13:33 EST 29 Apr 2021 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. Naga is married to TV director James Haggar. 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.
There are no grey-haired news women (and few actors, presenters and MPs too). Mr Palmer also told the court disability was "not in the mind" of Mr Cook at the time of the investigation and the decision to terminate employment. 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. 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. In June last year, 63-year-old Liz Kershaw was replaced on her Saturday afternoon Radio 6 show by 31-year-old Jamz Supernova. James Hazell, who now presents for Gen X Radio in the county, had claimed that the BBC discriminated against him because of his depression after he was dismissed for 'using the C-word' to describe colleagues. "We found both actions were genuine and not a sham. Consent Search for articles. Charles Worthington, my hairdressing mate, dyed the rest of my brunette hair to a much richer colour to make my light stripe stand out.. 14:56 EST 29 Apr 2021. In 2002 he took over the Saturday night slot and has remained there ever since. 'Although I never normally talk about how popular this show is, the audience share for this programme is the best on the station. 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. 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. Something went wrong, please try again later. And former BBC broadcaster Vanessa Feltz, 60, accused the BBC of ageism in January following 71-year-old Ken Bruces announcement he was leaving Radio 2. Who are the five new BBC News presenters? 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. He remained with the channel until November 1998 and was a relatively popular presence on the station. "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. The station I pretended to be on in my bedroom from the age of six. More info. 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. 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. But for the sake of 17 days, which was all that was remaining (on my contract), it seems a shame.. 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. 'It is also nearly three times that of Radio 2 and over four times that of any commercial radio station in our transmission area. 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. Overview. 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. '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. There were lots of booths and we'd all go in and mark them off, one after the other. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. And for all those people we gave a voice to. Can Nigeria's election result be overturned? George Riley, who had been with 5 Live for more than a decade when he was suspended in 2017. Other alternatives are a voluntary subscription model like the one Netflix uses, allowing advertising, or through a general broadband levy. ", Celeb obsessed? BBC News and BBC World News are to merge to create a single 24-hour TV channel, the corporation said. Does it need to be investigated for the way it's treating people?". 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. Registered in England & Wales | 01676637 |. 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". Lucy also anchored for World News in 2003 before the launch of her own show. 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. 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. 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". 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 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.