BBC Breakfast host shut down as co-star insists 'don't need you'. 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. 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. 'He's had a regular show for two decades.'. 'It is also nearly three times that of Radio 2 and over four times that of any commercial radio station in our transmission area. '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 way audiences consume news is changing, said Naja Nielsen, digital director at BBC News. BBC News presenters: Award-winning journalist Yalda Hakim. "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. A former BBC presenter has claimed she was sacked for being "too old" when she was in her thirties. 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. 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. 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 . The Clothes Show was aired on BBC One between 1986 and 2000 and attracted around 9 million viewers every week. See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. White, who had been slurring her speech for 30 minutes before being replaced by f. 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.'. She also works for BBC Radio London and her voice can be heard in her work as a voiceover artist. 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. POLL Should TV licence fee be means-tested? 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. NI Protocol . 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.". "The tribunal finds that the claimant's claims must fail, they do and are dismissed. BBC Radio 3 has relegated one of its best presenters to the afternoon graveyard slot with this statement: Ian Skelly joins Afternoon Concert from 12th April. 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. 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. The 72-year-old BBC presenter signs off his final show with a quick goodbye after 30 years behind the microphone. 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. The BBC star has also been vocal about the need for more diversity in the workplace. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. You can unsubscribe at any time. Mr Allen told listeners of his three-hour programme that the 'very sad and short-sighted' decision was made despite large listening figures. Enjoy your weekend though," while another added: "Mornings are not the same when your not there.". 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. 'He has clearly touched a nerve. Mr Allen, who presented his Saturday night show for 20 years, is now understood to be considering taking legal action against the BBC which could involve lodging an ageism complaint. She attended Minster School, Southwell. READ MORE Jeremy Clarkson addresses reports he's been axed from ITV Who Wants to be a Millionaire. ", Their afternoon slot on BBC Radio 1 will be filled by Dean McCullough and Vicky Hawkesworth. 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. 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. Editors' Code of Practice. The freelance contract turned into a permanent one and soon Mr Allen was presenting segments on Solent's Information Exchange. 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. 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. 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". Another day, another ageism accusation being levelled at the BBC. ', 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.'. 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. Matthew has also worked as a general news reporter, as well as foreign correspondent. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. This was more than a radio show it was my entire social life. It was a sort of relief and my producer once said, 'Oh you'll retire Kershaw, you'll die with your headphones on. Yalda travelled to Ukraine days after the Russian invasion and provided around the clock coverage during the first few weeks of the war. 1. Isabel made a cheeky comment aimed towards Ruth, before realising she could have landed herself in hot water with both Eamonn and Ruth. Married Allen, from Bournemouth, Dorset, began his radio career at Bournemouth Hospital Radio broadcasting to different hospitals. Before this, she worked on BBC News for 16 years, presenting shows like Talking Business, World Business Report and was the main face of business on Afternoon Live. The tweet, which he later deleted but which has been. 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.". By Find out more, Ken Bruce's departure has become controversial following claims bosses brought forward his leaving date by a month, Ken Bruce wrapped up his last show on Friday, Bruce announced in January that he would be leaving the BBC to join Greatest Hits Radio, Georgia Meloni is my new pinup, says Nigel Farage, Harry and Meghan's children 'may not have relationship with King' after Frogmore eviction, Ukraine-Russia war latest: Russia 'turning Bakhmut into next Mariupol', Boost paternity leave and let unmarried women freeze their eggs, Xi urged, The Lockdown Files: 10 things weve learned so far, The SNP is tearing itself apart and its delicious to watch, Bruce presented his final mid-morning Radio 2 show. 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. 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. 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. 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. , updated "The others are all in their 40s. 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. 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A BBC editor has told a tribunal he had no option other than to sack a radio presenter who allegedly used a swear word to describe two colleagues. Something went wrong, please try again later. ", BBC Beyond Paradise star Jamie Bamber is married to Eastenders actress. 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. ITV Dancing On Ice judge Christopher announced Jayne is out of surgery - and it was a success. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. 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. 13:33 EST 29 Apr 2021 We wish Ken all the best for the future. 'As I say this was not my decision. Last year, broadcaster Libby Purves, who has presented on Radio 4 for 40 years, said the growth of websites and social media had made BBC bosses increasingly concerned with image. Beloved veteran broadcaster Ken Bruce, 71, who has hosted on BBC radio for 45 years, announced his departure from the network in January. 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'. Ken Bruce said it was a shame to be leaving BBC 2 early, but wrapped up his final show without making a fuss. "We do not doubt that he followed an investigation after these incidents were reported to him. 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. The former face of the BBC's GAA coverage has attacked the corporation claiming it promoted "Protestant-supported sports" over Gaelic games. 'Drunk' BBC Radio Stoke presenter Paula White slurs through her final show. 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 BBC spokesperson said this evening: 'All stations change their line-ups from time to time. Earlier this year, the government imposed a two-year freeze on the 159 annual licence fee until 2024, which the BBC said will mean it has to find a further 285m in annual savings. 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. In 2011, former BBC presenter Miriam O'Reilly, then 53, won an age discrimination case against the corporation after she was dropped from Countryfile. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. 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. Ex-BBC Radio Suffolk DJ James Hazell was dismissed for allegedly calling two colleagues . Joining the five chief presenters at BBC News is Maryam Moshiri who has been a presenter on the World News for almost four years. New tumour on liver. They are both highly engaging presenters who made me laugh so much in their company. ITV Dancing On Ice's Christopher Dean issues Jayne Torvill health announcement. 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. But employment judge Kevin Palmer said the misconduct investigation and dismissal were "clearly not because of disability". Multiple sources said this was clearly understood by those present to be a reference to Riley. He also presented Summer Sportstime for a few seasons. The BBC said: "Ken decided to leave Radio 2 and it's always been known he's leaving in March. Tiffany Calver is stepping down from 1Xtra's Rap Show and will be replayed by Kenny Allstar. 'There's so much great music from all eras and it seems rather strange that radio stations only want to play a limited range. 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. 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. BBC News A radio presenter's claims he was sacked due to depression have been thrown out by an employment tribunal. Well there's no point in emailing the managers of the station because they made the decision. Olenka Frenkiel, a multi-award-winning broadcast journalist, said that after 30 great years with the BBC she found herself being rubbed out, with fewer opportunities to showcase her work. A BBC Radio 1 presenter has been replaced after four years on air. 'We have listeners on this show from all ages from 15 to 101. In June last year, 63-year-old Liz Kershaw was replaced on her Saturday afternoon Radio 6 show by 31-year-old Jamz Supernova. Here is the new confirmed line-up for the BBC news presenters. ", The Telegraph values your comments but kindly requests all posts are on topic, constructive and respectful. As she appeared on GB News, Liz was asked by Dawn Neesom if the broadcaster is ageist as Dawn said: "Is the BBC ageist? 8,075 talking about this. 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. He regularly anchors the flagship current affairs series Newsnight on BBC Two. BBC Breakfast viewers love watching Naga on the programme and have often praised the journalist for her interviewing skills. "The decision to investigate and terminate might be unfavourable but this is not something arising from the disability. It is important that we continue to promote these adverts as our local businesses need as much support as possible during these challenging times. "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. Don't miss any TV and showbiz news - sign up to free alerts. The station I pretended to be on in my bedroom from the age of six. Coronation Street favourite Julia Goulding has confirmed she's back on the cobbles. 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. 'So I have to say I was rather shocked when I was told about their decision. 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. 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. Northern Ireland. Peter Cook said BBC Radio Suffolk presenter James . He joins a presenting line up. Kenny said: "From the age of 11 . We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. 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. 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. I continued to focus on identity politics both on screen and off and in my early 50s, transitioning to the full (silver) fox. Sign up to our What to Watch newsletter to get other stories like this delivered straight to your inbox. Katie Weston For Mailonline She used to work as a reporter in her native New Zealand. Cookson has worked for Radio 1, QVC, Magic, Kiss, LBC, Capital, and Heart. Mr Hazell claimedthe BBC sacked him because of 'negativity' about his behaviour, which resulted from the depression he was experiencing. However, the outrage and anger surrounding the recent behavior of the presenter has many people assuming Allen will not be around for long. 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". Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies. 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'm unbelievably proud of what our team and our show have achieved in under five years, breaking tonnes of original stories (which we were asked to do); attracting a working class, young diverse audience that BBC radio and TV news progs just don't reach (which we were asked to do): and smashing the digital figures (Which we were asked to do). 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. 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. Danny Baker, a broadcaster on BBC Radio 5 Live, was sacked on Thursday after posting an image on Twitter of a couple holding hands with a chimpanzee dressed in clothes and the caption: "Royal. The latest news, sport, weather and traffic information on-air and online at bbc.co.uk/derby BBC Radio Derby | Derby Overview. 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. BBC Newsemploys many presentersand correspondentswho appear across television, radio and contribute to BBC Online. On Thursday morning, the pair were discussing whether people love their dogs more than their partners, with Valentine's day just around the corner. 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.. George Riley was suspended in 2017 following multiple accusations of sexual assault. BBC News presenters: Political correspondent Matthew Amroliwala. 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 dad-of-three claimed he lasted just three . Updated: 10:53, 2 Mar 2023 RADIO 1 DJ Tiffany Calver is stepping down from 1Xtra's Rap Show after four years. ", 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. BBC News and BBC World News are to merge to create a single 24-hour TV channel, the corporation said. Ms Kershaw later tweeted: I got sacked from @BBC6Music because they dont want women over 60.. 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. But today, in a revised statement, the broadcaster said: 'We've explained the reasons behind this decision to David and reject the claims he made on air. But for the sake of 17 days, which was all that was remaining (on my contract), it seems a shame.. BBC Newcastle host Sue Sweeney, who worked for the Beeb for 'Although I never normally talk about how popular this show is, the audience share for this programme is the best on the station. On its website, BBC Radio Solent still displays Allen's profile. 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. We kept putting the decision off, then life got better for us, we became more selfish and just didnt find the time.". A former BBC presenter has claimed she was threatened with the sack for being "too old" when she was in her thirties. Ms Franklin said a noticeable grey streak at the front of her hair was the reason behind the remark and she was shocked to be told this. he was sacked from BBC 5 Live in 1997 when station . 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. Their departures have invited some uncomfortable headlines and questions for the corporation in. The tribunal heard Mr Hazell had previously been warned about his conduct towards Employee A, due to comments and behaviour of a sexual nature. Let's dive into our overview of sacked talkSPORT presenters. Tiffany Calver is stepping down from 1Xtras Rap Show and will be replayed by Kenny Allstar. 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. 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. Feltz accused Radio 2 bosses of a merciless chasing of younger audiences and said that their attitude to older presenters and listeners alike was: Youre too old, youre too staid, youre too middle-class, youre too middle-aged.. A BBC Radio 2 spokesperson told the Mirror: "We respect Kens decision and wish him the very best of luck in the future as hes been a much loved part of the Radio 2 family. 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. Naga is married to TV director James Haggar.

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