Beloved veteran broadcaster Ken Bruce, 71, who has hosted on BBC radio for 45 years, announced his departure from the network in January. The last year with the pandemic has shown just how deep Nicky's connection is with our. 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. It is important that we continue to promote these adverts as our local businesses need as much support as possible during these challenging times. He also presented Summer Sportstime for a few seasons. Does it need to be investigated for the way it's treating people?". 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. MailOnline has approached the BBC for comment. He regularly anchors the flagship current affairs series Newsnight on BBC Two. 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. Radio DJ Ken Bruce has opened his last BBC Radio 2 show after more than 40 years at the corporation. 'He's had a regular show for two decades.'. Mel Evans Wednesday 28 Apr 2021 2:08 pm. Liz added she thinks it could be time to "organise a class action". 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. 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.. 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 . 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". 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. 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. The pub meeting had been an attempt to resolve the issues between them, the tribunal heard, but Mr Hazell then allegedly threatened the two women not to complain about him. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. He did however hint that his audience could follow him to Greatest Hits, saying may we meet again. 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. 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. '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 Breakfast viewers love watching Naga on the programme and have often praised the journalist for her interviewing skills. He was also alleged to havethreatenedtwo women not to complain about his behaviour. But this was dismissed by Mr Palmer at the hearing on Thursday, who said perceived negativity was "background context". Something went wrong, please try again later. He didn't lack enthusiasm, might even be thought to have too much, but his knowledge of . 8,075 talking about this. 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. Lucy also anchored for World News in 2003 before the launch of her own show. The presenterwrote on Twitter: 'Absolutely devastated at the plan to end our programme (which I first learned about in yesterday's Times). "There is nothing before us to suggest his decision was tainted by the claimant's disability. 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. 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. Heidi Dawson, Controller of BBC Radio 5 Live, says: "Nicky is the master of radio phone-in broadcasting. 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. ITV Coronation Street star announces full-time return to soap - leaving fans delighted. 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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. 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. 14:56 EST 29 Apr 2021. Love them too.'. 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. "The others are all in their 40s. A number of broadcasters who have dedicated decades to the broadcaster have faced the exodus in recent months including Vanessa Feltz, Paul O'Grady and Steve Wright. 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 News presenters: World News presenter Maryam Moshiri. 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. There are no grey-haired news women (and few actors, presenters and MPs too). 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. 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Joining the five chief presenters at BBC News is Maryam Moshiri who has been a presenter on the World News for almost four years. 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. 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. However, the outrage and anger surrounding the recent behavior of the presenter has many people assuming Allen will not be around for long. 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. contact IPSO here, 2001-2023. Sign up to our What to Watch newsletter to get other stories like this delivered straight to your inbox. It comes after BBC Radio 2 announced Vernon Kay would be replacing Ken on his coveted weekday slot on the airwaves. Matthew has also worked as a general news reporter, as well as foreign correspondent. 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.. A former BBC presenter has claimed she was threatened with the sack for being "too old" when she was in her thirties. 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. 'He has clearly touched a nerve. 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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. 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 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. A Gannett Company. 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. 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.". Tiffany Calver is stepping down from 1Xtras Rap Show and will be replayed by Kenny Allstar. Ex-BBC Radio Suffolk DJ James Hazell was dismissed for allegedly. Enjoy your weekend though," while another added: "Mornings are not the same when your not there.". 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. Christian was working as a foreign correspondent for 10 years prior to returning to London to present BBC News. 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. 'I've truly valued the friendship that we've shared.'. There were lots of booths and we'd all go in and mark them off, one after the other. Mr Allen told listeners of his three-hour programme that the 'very sad and short-sighted' decision was made despite large listening figures. 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. The BBC Radio Solent presenter has 'clearly touched a nerve', added one source close to him following the latest development. 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. , updated ITV Dancing On Ice's Christopher Dean issues Jayne Torvill health announcement. Riley was. I always wanted to one day be the host of this powerful slot on these powerful networks. BBC Newsemploys many presentersand correspondentswho appear across television, radio and contribute to BBC Online. We just never really wanted them. She used to work as a reporter in her native New Zealand. The new channel will be broadcast from London during UK daytime hours, and then from Singapore and Washington. 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". Mr Hazell claimed his contract was terminated because of what the BBC perceived to be "negativity" in his behaviour, which resulted from his depression. He also presented his own BBC Radio 1 show between 2004 and 2012, and another on Radio X between 2015 and 2017. "The decision to investigate and terminate might be unfavourable but this is not something arising from the disability. Steve Wright was removed from his afternoon show and replaced with Radio 1s Scott Mills, while other presenters have jumped ship. 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.'. This article was amended on 15 July 2022 because an earlier version misnamed BBC World News as BBC World. 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. Ex BBC radio Suffolk man . "I look forward to playing some of the best music in the world whilst in the company of the Radio 2 listeners who I feel Ive got to know over the last 18 months. "She was heartbroken when I told her that we werent going to have children," she explained. 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. Well there's no point in emailing the managers of the station because they made the decision. The corporation said the new-look channel, called BBC News, will launch next April. During his time with the station he helped raise 40,000 for them to build new studios in the Royal Bournemouth Hospital. 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"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 source said: 'What has happened to him is so sad. Kenny said: From the age of 11, I remember taking my mothers cassette tapes to record The Rap Show on Saturdays. 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. 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. BBC News A radio presenter's claims he was sacked due to depression have been thrown out by an employment tribunal. Other alternatives are a voluntary subscription model like the one Netflix uses, allowing advertising, or through a general broadband levy. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. What's the least amount of exercise we can get away with? 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. 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, 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. 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. ", Their afternoon slot on BBC Radio 1 will be filled by Dean McCullough and Vicky Hawkesworth. Simon Mayo, former Radio 2 presenter, said that Bruces departure had been handled badly. Let's dive into our overview of sacked talkSPORT presenters. 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. Younger white men in their 40s. Ms Franklin said wrinkly, grey-haired males have been normalised in the media. Aled Haydn Jones, head of BBC Radio 1, said: I am so excited for Dean and Vicky. Another reason why fans love the journalist is that she is fairly open about her personal life and has previously shared the reason why she doesn't have children. The BBC declined to comment on Ms Franklins claims. ", Celeb obsessed? 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 keep complainants informed as appropriate., Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. 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. Tiffany Calver is stepping down from 1Xtras Rap Show and will be replayed by Kenny Allstar. Baker worked at BBC Radio 5 Live from 1990-93 before rejoining in 2008 until his sacking today. Mr Hazell claimedthe BBC sacked him because of 'negativity' about his behaviour, which resulted from the depression he was experiencing. 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. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. He later said the role was like 'being in a shed full of battery hens,hatching endless traffic bulletins.'. 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. It was like being in a shed full of battery hens, hatching endless traffic bulletins. 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. 'We have listeners on this show from all ages from 15 to 101. 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. 13:33 EST 29 Apr 2021 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.