'We have listeners on this show from all ages from 15 to 101. 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. 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. 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. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. 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. 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. 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. Yalda travelled to Ukraine days after the Russian invasion and provided around the clock coverage during the first few weeks of the war. 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". 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. Speaking to the Dorset Echo in 2002, he said: 'I hated it. It is understood that 14 chief presenter roles are to be cut overall. Caryn Franklin, now 64, was a presenter of the BBCs prime time The Clothes Show from 1986 to 1998. The way audiences consume news is changing, said Naja Nielsen, digital director at BBC News. The station I pretended to be on in my bedroom from the age of six. "Its a dream come true to join the Radio 2 family and I cant wait to start. Another day, another ageism accusation being levelled at the BBC. 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. 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. Start your Independent Premium subscription today. New tumour on liver. The 72-year-old Scottish presenter - who has regularly presented his mid-morning programme . "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. If you have a complaint about the editorial content which relates to Christian was working as a foreign correspondent for 10 years prior to returning to London to present BBC News. ", She added: "It's just such a changed place. Unlike young men, our young women dont get to see where they are going as they age, she said. 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. HP10 9TY. Now, the broadcaster has. 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. '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. A large number of presenters have left the BBC in recent months - either by force or by choice. But for the sake of 17 days, which was all that was remaining (on my contract), it seems a shame.. 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. The former face of the BBC's GAA coverage has attacked the corporation claiming it promoted "Protestant-supported sports" over Gaelic games. He became a travel bulletin reader for AA Roadwatch before joining the BBC as a freelancer. BBC host David Allen is none too pleased his show has been axed (Picture: Twitter) Veteran BBC radio presenter David Allen has hit out at the broadcaster . 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. The presenterwrote on Twitter: 'Absolutely devastated at the plan to end our programme (which I first learned about in yesterday's Times). Their departures have invited some uncomfortable headlines and questions for the corporation in. A radio presenter's claims he was sacked due to depression have been thrown out by an employment tribunal. Dorries has called the licence fee outdated and discriminatory as all households pay the same amount regardless of income. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. '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. 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. 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. Aled Haydn Jones, head of BBC Radio 1, said: I am so excited for Dean and Vicky. Something went wrong, please try again later. 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 . 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. 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. BBC News provides television journalism to BBC Onebulletins and the rolling news channels BBC World Newsand the BBC News Channelin the United Kingdom. The last year with the pandemic has shown just how deep Nicky's connection is with our. 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. He also presented his own BBC Radio 1 show between 2004 and 2012, and another on Radio X between 2015 and 2017. BBC Newsemploys many presentersand correspondentswho appear across television, radio and contribute to BBC Online. , updated News. Heidi Dawson, Controller of BBC Radio 5 Live, says: "Nicky is the master of radio phone-in broadcasting. Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? It is important that we continue to promote these adverts as our local businesses need as much support as possible during these challenging times. 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.. The source said: 'What has happened to him is so sad. The broadcaster, 40, was due to be the face of the stations Rugby League World Cup coverage until he was suspended and vanished from the airwaves without any public comment. 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.. READ MORE: Sarah Lancashire spoke up to change Happy Valley ending. 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. Paul OGrady quit after being told to share his slot with another presenter, and Vanessa Feltz joined TalkRadio. 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. The presenter did not respond to multiple requests for comment from the Guardian, but confirmed his departure from the BBC in a tweet in January. Read about our approach to external linking. 'It is also nearly three times that of Radio 2 and over four times that of any commercial radio station in our transmission area. Christian has presented BBC Breakfast from Salford, the evening BBC News bulletins on BBC One, and previously co-hosted Beyond 100 Days with Katty Kay. "The decision to investigate and terminate might be unfavourable but this is not something arising from the disability. February 28, 2023 9:33 am. Sign up to our What to Watch newsletter to get other stories like this delivered straight to your inbox. 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. Last year saw BBC Radio 1 undergo a huge shake up when Scott Mills left. And now, after it was revealed Ken Bruce, 72, was forced out of his radio show early after sharing his decision to leave the station and r eplaced by Vernon Kay, 48, Liz has shared her beliefs once again over the BBC being ageist. By It was like being in a shed full of battery hens, hatching endless traffic bulletins. 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. BBC Radio 2 accused of 'clear cut ageism' by Liz Kershaw, Liz Kershaw has accused BBC Radio 2 of ageism, Ken Bruce has revealed his final show on the BBC was brought forward, Vernon Kay is replacing Ken on his iconic weekday slot, Vernon's dad warned him he has 'big shoes to fill', BBC Radio 2 forced Ken Bruce out early after signing for rival station left 'sour taste', Vernon Kays dad warns he has big shoes to fill as he replaces Ken Bruce on BBC Radio 2, BBC Radio 2's Zoe Ball says 'I'll be lucky to be here in two years' after schedule change, BBC reuploads Sabrina Carpenter's 'rude' Live Lounge amid fan speculation around song, Vernon Kay issues statement on Ken Bruce as Radio 2 veteran claims he's been 'forced 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. 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 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. Enjoy your weekend though," while another added: "Mornings are not the same when your not there.". '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. We just never really wanted them. 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. 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. 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. '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). Meanwhile, when asked what affect her own sacking had on her, Liz explained she wasn't surprised by it. 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. 19. 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. 'I believe he's looking to go formally down a legal route. 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. 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. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. A source said Allen was sacked by the broadcaster's bosses today. 'Drunk' BBC Radio Stoke presenter Paula White slurs through her final show. BBC News and BBC World News is going to be relaunched with a more digitally focused rolling news service later this year. 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. Data returned from the Piano 'meterActive/meterExpired' callback event. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. 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. 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. 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.

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