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. 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. Radio listeners in uproar over presenter changes - Slippedisc Liz, 64, worked with BBC on a number of its radio stations before she was sacked from her show on BBC Radio 6 after working for the BBC for 35 years. Kenny said: From the age of 11, I remember taking my mothers cassette tapes to record The Rap Show on Saturdays. 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. 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Mel Evans Wednesday 28 Apr 2021 2:08 pm. '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. 8,075 talking about this. The station I pretended to be on in my bedroom from the age of six. Now, the broadcaster has. The way audiences consume news is changing, said Naja Nielsen, digital director at BBC News. 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. More info. Ms Kershaw later tweeted: I got sacked from @BBC6Music because they dont want women over 60.. 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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. A large number of presenters have left the BBC in recent months - either by force or by choice. Tiffany Calver is stepping down from 1Xtras 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. Does it need to be investigated for the way it's treating people?". 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The new channel will remain ad-free in the UK. A former BBC presenter has claimed she was sacked for being "too old" when she was in her thirties. Joining the five chief presenters at BBC News is Maryam Moshiri who has been a presenter on the World News for almost four years. In addition, she has interviewed the likes of Irans President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Prince Albert of Monaco, just to name a few. The BBC Radio Solent presenter has 'clearly touched a nerve', added one source close to him following the latest development. 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 was also alleged to havethreatenedtwo women not to complain about his behaviour. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. Kenny said: "From the age of 11 . 'Drunk' BBC Radio Stoke presenter Paula White slurs through her final show. Bruces slot will be taken over by Vernon Kay in May, and Gary Davies will take on presenting duties in the interim. 'I'm gutted particularly for our brilliant, young, ambitious, talented team - love 'em. ', 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.'. LBC presenters sacked over the years - Radio Fidelity Ex-BBC radio presenter James Hazell loses employment tribunal Please review our, You need to be a subscriber to join the conversation. 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. We have listeners on this show from all ages from 15 to 101. BBC News presenters: Lucy Hockings launched her own current affairs programme four years ago. 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? 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. 'I know that many of you will be disappointed and incensed by this decision and will want to know you to complain to. Lucy also anchored for World News in 2003 before the launch of her own show. 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. Steve Wright was removed from his afternoon show and replaced with Radio 1s Scott Mills, while other presenters have jumped ship. 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. 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 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. There were lots of booths and we'd all go in and mark them off, one after the other. "We never tried and I never miscarried. 'But, I guess the majority are the older age group, that's the over 75s, who now have to pay their licence fee, so surely it's not too much to ask to have one programme in the week that caters for them and their musical choices. 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. The BBC declined to comment on Ms Franklins claims. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. 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. List of BBC newsreaders and reporters - WIKI 2 If you have a complaint about the editorial content which relates to Voices: I was sacked by the BBC because I was 'too old' - in my thirties "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. 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. Here is the new confirmed line-up for the BBC news presenters. As a subscriber, you are shown 80% less display advertising when reading our articles. 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. In 2002 he took over the Saturday night slot and has remained there ever since. 'So, I have to say I was rather shocked when I was told about the decision.'. Can Nigeria's election result be overturned? I can't believe they have not left him to do his last three shows. Hell now be presenting the Capital Breakfast Show on Capital FM with Roman Kemp. Don't miss any TV and showbiz news - sign up to free alerts. A veteran BBC DJ has been 'sacked' after criticising bosses for axeing his Saturday night show 'because his elderly audience are the wrong type of listeners', according to his friends. 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. James Hazell hits out at BBC after leaving Radio Suffolk 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. By registering to HELLO! 13:33 EST 29 Apr 2021 Davie, who took over from Lord Tony Hall as director-general in September 2020, has overseen a slimming down of about 1,200 jobs to date and has said about 1,000 more will go in the next few years. A source said Allen was sacked by the broadcaster's bosses today. Ms Franklin said wrinkly, grey-haired males have been normalised in the media. READ MORE Jeremy Clarkson addresses reports he's been axed from ITV Who Wants to be a Millionaire. 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 . BBC News provides television journalism to BBC Onebulletins and the rolling news channels BBC World Newsand the BBC News Channelin the United Kingdom. READ MORE: Sarah Lancashire spoke up to change Happy Valley ending. ', The comments below have not been moderated, By Tiffany Calver is stepping down from 1Xtras Rap Show and will be replayed by Kenny Allstar. Where is Steve Allen? When presenter left LBC and his statement Speaking on her podcast, Naga told listeners about her mother's reaction on discovering she didn't want children. Jamie Bamber plays Archie Hughes in Beyond Paradise on BBC One. Radio DJ Ken Bruce has opened his last BBC Radio 2 show after more than 40 years at the corporation. She's well-known for hosting the breakfast show on BBC Radio Kent. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. Mr Hazell claimed his contract was terminated because of what the BBC perceived to be "negativity" in his behaviour, which resulted from his depression. James Hazell has been working at the. Speaking to the Dorset Echo in 2002, he said: 'I hated it. 'Although I never normally talk about how popular this show is, the audience share for this programme is the best on the station. I always wanted to one day be the host of this powerful slot on these powerful networks. "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).". 'We have listeners on this show from all ages from 15 to 101. 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. 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. Home of the Daily and Sunday Express. 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.'. ", The Telegraph values your comments but kindly requests all posts are on topic, constructive and respectful. 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. Overview. WATCH: Naga Munchetty calls for more diversity in newsrooms. The radio presenter, from Christchurch,Dorset, then went on to become atravel bulletin reader for AA Roadwatch in London. The Radio 3 presenter Ian Skelly has been moved from the mid-morning show against his wishes, as the BBC "refreshes" the schedule by replacing him with Georgia Mann. She attended Minster School, Southwell. He regularly anchors the flagship current affairs series Newsnight on BBC Two. The 68-year-old . Dan Walker: BBC host sacked from talkSPORT despite apology 'They didn't 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. The dad-of-three claimed he lasted just three . Danny Baker slammed by fans after calling for Gareth Southgate to be sacked BBC News and BBC World News presenters among 70 staff - the Guardian 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. Peter Cook said BBC Radio Suffolk presenter James . 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. Baker worked at BBC Radio 5 Live from 1990-93 before rejoining in 2008 until his sacking today. 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. Yalda travelled to Ukraine days after the Russian invasion and provided around the clock coverage during the first few weeks of the war. Naga Munchetty's absence from BBC Breakfast continues in latest Former 5 Live presenter will never work at BBC again, staff told 'He's had a regular show for two decades.'. And for all those people we gave a voice to. 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.. A BBC Radio 1 presenter has been replaced after four years on air. BBC News A radio presenter's claims he was sacked due to depression have been thrown out by an employment tribunal. 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. Ex-BBC presenter 'threatened with sack for having grey hair' Why do Radio 3 presenters adopt the tone stupid adults use when MailOnline has approached the BBC for comment. '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. contact IPSO here, 2001-2023. Devon DJ forced to resign - ITV News 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. 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. BBC News and BBC World News is going to be relaunched with a more digitally focused rolling news service later this year. The Radio 5 Live host was sacked after he was slammed yesterday for the post, which came just hours after Meghan Markle and Prince Harry showed off Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor, The Sun reports. 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. Nicky Campbell leaving BBC Radio 5 Live Breakfast This site is part of Newsquest's audited local newspaper network. "There is nothing before us to suggest his decision was tainted by the claimant's disability. '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. 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.". It was a sort of relief and my producer once said, 'Oh you'll retire Kershaw, you'll die with your headphones on. 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", Celeb obsessed? A radio presenter's claims he was sacked due to depression have been thrown out by an employment tribunal. She also works for BBC Radio London and her voice can be heard in her work as a voiceover artist. NI Protocol . The BBC star has also been vocal about the need for more diversity in the workplace. The 72-year-old BBC presenter signs off his final show with a quick goodbye after 30 years behind the microphone. 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. 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. 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. Speaking in June last year, Liz tweeted: "I got sacked from @BBC6Music because they dont want women over 60".