Peter Cook said BBC Radio Suffolk presenter James . Yalda travelled to Ukraine days after the Russian invasion and provided around the clock coverage during the first few weeks of the war. Love them too.'. Now, the broadcaster has. 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. '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. Last year saw BBC Radio 1 undergo a huge shake up when Scott Mills left. Qvc presenter dies on air - ezjajb.nrwcampusradioapp.de He also presented Summer Sportstime for a few seasons. '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. 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. But employment judge Kevin Palmer said the misconduct investigation and dismissal were "clearly not because of disability". Riley was eventually suspended the following day, prompting a formal investigation. The BBCs news and current affairs operations, which have an annual budget of 314m, have been the focus of several rounds of significant cuts in recent years as the corporation has sought savings to balance real-terms funding falls after licence fee settlements with the government. Enjoy your weekend though," while another added: "Mornings are not the same when your not there.". Younger white men in their 40s. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. 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. The latest news, sport, weather and traffic information on-air and online at bbc.co.uk/derby BBC Radio Derby | Derby ", This website and associated newspapers adhere to the Independent Press Standards Organisation's BBC viewers blast 'woke' decision to ban Tom Jones' Delilah. The presenterwrote on Twitter: 'Absolutely devastated at the plan to end our programme (which I first learned about in yesterday's Times). And for all those people we gave a voice to. We call on the BBC to again rethink this cost-cutting idea. he was sacked from BBC 5 Live in 1997 when station . 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The BBC star has also been vocal about the need for more diversity in the workplace. Ex-BBC presenter 'sacked for having grey hair' 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. George Riley was suspended in 2017 following multiple accusations of sexual assault. 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. 'Although I never normally talk about how popular this show is, the audience share for this programme is the best on the station. 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 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. 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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'. BBC radio presenter fired for 'racist' tweet about Meghan Markle and BBC bosses axe Radio 2 DJ Ken Bruce's contract a month EARLY Newsquest Media Group Ltd, Loudwater Mill, Station Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. Multiple sources said this was clearly understood by those present to be a reference to Riley. 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. Tiffany Calver is stepping down from 1Xtra's Rap Show and will be replayed by Kenny Allstar. One of the best-known voices on Radio Suffolk has left the station after taking a swipe at the BBC over the way it dealt with his problems with depression. 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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. David Allen began his radio career with a stint on Bournemouth Hospital Radio which saw him broadcast segments to aroundsix local hospitals. travel bulletin reader for AA Roadwatch in London. 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. Registered in England & Wales | 01676637 |. 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. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. The Clothes Show was aired on BBC One between 1986 and 2000 and attracted around 9 million viewers every week. Liz added she thinks it could be time to "organise a class action". Does it need to be investigated for the way it's treating people?". Paul OGrady quit after being told to share his slot with another presenter, and Vanessa Feltz joined TalkRadio. 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.. Naga Munchetty's absence from BBC Breakfast continues in latest 'I'm gutted particularly for our brilliant, young, ambitious, talented team - love 'em. At the time, fellow DJs such as Vanessa Feltz accused the BBC of "ageism", although the BBC . The station I told my mum I wanted to work at, but never in a million years thought I would. inaccuracy or intrusion, then please BBC News presenters: Political correspondent Matthew Amroliwala. 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. I will be very sad to leave this show and the BBC after so many years but most of all I will miss you the listener who have been so kind and supportive to this show and myself over the years. MailOnline has approached the BBC for comment. 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. Read about our approach to external linking. 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. The last year with the pandemic has shown just how deep Nicky's connection is with our. Naga was replaced by Rachel Burden on Thursday. BBC Newcastle host Sue Sweeney, who worked for the Beeb for ", Celeb obsessed? 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. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. '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.'. We just never really wanted them. 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. "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. BBC News A radio presenter's claims he was sacked due to depression have been thrown out by an employment tribunal. Ex-BBC radio presenter James Hazell loses employment tribunal Sian Welby is from Upton, a small village in Nottinghamshire, England. Gordon Sparks (@SparksyOnRadio) / Twitter Express. 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. 'As I say this was not my decision. 'I've truly valued the friendship that we've shared.'. 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. It was a sort of relief and my producer once said, 'Oh you'll retire Kershaw, you'll die with your headphones on. 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. However, the outrage and anger surrounding the recent behavior of the presenter has many people assuming Allen will not be around for long. He was also alleged to havethreatenedtwo women not to complain about his behaviour. Hell now be presenting the Capital Breakfast Show on Capital FM with Roman Kemp. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Yes another ex radio presenter from the BBC bites the dust!! Aled Haydn Jones, head of BBC Radio 1, said: I am so excited for Dean and Vicky. 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. During his time with the station he helped raise 40,000 for them to build new studios in the Royal Bournemouth Hospital. But for the sake of 17 days, which was all that was remaining (on my contract), it seems a shame.. Ms Franklin said wrinkly, grey-haired males have been normalised in the media. 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.". Shoppers say this new no-needle 'instant filler' is a game changer for lines and wrinkles, This 'curated ear design' brand is a go-to for fashion influencers - and we have a discount, 6 of our favourite bags from the luxe new accessories label to know. 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.. Like this story? "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. On its website, BBC Radio Solent still displays Allen's profile. Baker worked at BBC Radio 5 Live from 1990-93 before rejoining in 2008 until his sacking today. 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. '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).
He joins a presenting line up. Radio DJ Ken Bruce has opened his last BBC Radio 2 show after more than 40 years at the corporation. "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. '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. The way audiences consume news is changing, said Naja Nielsen, digital director at BBC News. 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. Radio 5 Live presenter Danny Baker was fired by the BBC on May 6, 2019, after posting a tweet about baby Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor . I think he is considering several areas but if you look at his comments then the obvious one is ageism.'. He then quit his job last summer without giving evidence, meaning the investigation finished without his side of events. A BBC spokesperson said this evening: 'All stations change their line-ups from time to time. ', The comments below have not been moderated, By
READ MORE Jeremy Clarkson addresses reports he's been axed from ITV Who Wants to be a Millionaire. Updated: 10:53, 2 Mar 2023 RADIO 1 DJ Tiffany Calver is stepping down from 1Xtra's Rap Show after four years. 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. He has been the jovial voice of Radio 2 for decades, and even his farewells were good-humoured. The tribunal in Bury St Edmunds has heard that BBC Radio Suffolk presenter James Hazell breached his contract by using 'the C-word'. 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. "Its a dream come true to join the Radio 2 family and I cant wait to start. We have listeners on this show from all ages from 15 to 101. Ken Bruce said it was a shame to be leaving BBC 2 early, but wrapped up his final show without making a fuss. 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. 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. 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. In 2011, former BBC presenter Miriam O'Reilly, then 53, won an age discrimination case against the corporation after she was dropped from Countryfile. 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. 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. POLL Should TV licence fee be means-tested? contact the editor here. 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. Nicky Campbell leaving BBC Radio 5 Live Breakfast See what she said in the video below. 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. ITV Dancing On Ice's Christopher Dean issues Jayne Torvill health announcement. 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. If you are dissatisfied with the response provided you can BBC Radio 1 presenter replaced after four years on air Ms Franklin said after she was told she was going to be wound down, she made the grey streak in her hair her trademark. As a subscriber, you are shown 80% less display advertising when reading our articles. Radio 3's Ian Skelly announces his removal from the mid-morning show Its long too, and young women in particular absolutely love it.. 8,075 talking about this. Please review our, You need to be a subscriber to join the conversation. 'We have listeners on this show from all ages from 15 to 101. "She was heartbroken when I told her that we werent going to have children," she explained. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. "The others are all in their 40s. Furious Danny Baker told BBC boss to 'f*** off' as he was sacked over 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? 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. More info. I continued to focus on identity politics both on screen and off and in my early 50s, transitioning to the full (silver) fox. 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. 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. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Simon Mayo, former Radio 2 presenter, said that Bruces departure had been handled badly. 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. ", BBC Beyond Paradise star Jamie Bamber is married to Eastenders actress. 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. The BBC had until now declined to comment on the case and failed to issue any update on the investigation to members of staff at the national radio station, prompting fears among some staff of a cover-up. Radio Suffolk presenter's sacking was not due to disability