The way audiences consume news is changing, said Naja Nielsen, digital director at BBC News. She said: I did not meekly cover up my stylish streak, but made it my trademark, instead. 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. , updated This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Katie Weston For Mailonline 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. 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. 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. 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. 19. Married Allen, from Bournemouth, Dorset, began his radio career at Bournemouth Hospital Radio broadcasting to different hospitals. 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. Paul OGrady quit after being told to share his slot with another presenter, and Vanessa Feltz joined TalkRadio. WATCH: Naga Munchetty calls for more diversity in newsrooms. 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. 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. 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. BBC boss says he sacked presenter due to swearing - BBC News If you are dissatisfied with the response provided you can 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.. 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. Matthew has also worked as a general news reporter, as well as foreign correspondent. BBC Radio 2 accused of 'clear cut ageism' by Liz Kershaw as Ken Bruce He then quit his job last summer without giving evidence, meaning the investigation finished without his side of events. 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. 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. 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Caryn Franklin, now aged 64, was a presenter of the BBCs 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. Danny Baker slammed by fans after calling for Gareth Southgate to be sacked The DJs final song choice on Radio 2 was the The Beatles track The End, after which he quoted the lyrics: In the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make, before handing over to his colleague precisely at 12 pm with the words: Its 12 oclock, heres Jeremy.. Data returned from the Piano 'meterActive/meterExpired' callback event. 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. We kept putting the decision off, then life got better for us, we became more selfish and just didnt find the time.". Christian was working as a foreign correspondent for 10 years prior to returning to London to present BBC News. 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. Get a daily dose of showbiz gossip direct to your inbox. 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. Multiple sources said this was clearly understood by those present to be a reference to Riley. 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. BBC Radio 1 presenter replaced after four years on air The last year with the pandemic has shown just how deep Nicky's connection is with our. "There is nothing before us to suggest his decision was tainted by the claimant's disability. Fans are clearly missing seeing Naga on their screens as they have taken to her Instagram page over the past week to express their sadness over her absence. 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. She's well-known for hosting the breakfast show on BBC Radio Kent. This site is part of Newsquest's audited local newspaper network. "The tribunal finds that the claimant's claims must fail, they do and are dismissed. '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. Aled Haydn Jones, head of BBC Radio 1, said: I am so excited for Dean and Vicky. BBC Newsemploys many presentersand correspondentswho appear across television, radio and contribute to BBC Online. But for the sake of 17 days, which was all that was remaining (on my contract), it seems a shame.. Radio 3's Ian Skelly announces his removal from the mid-morning show Vernon, who's dad told him he has 'big shoes to fill, released a statement about his new gig as he said: "Im absolutely over the moon to be handed the microphone to present the mid-morning show on Radio 2, and what an honour to follow in the footsteps of the mighty Ken Bruce. 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. BBC Breakfast host Dan Walker has spoken candidly about his career in television and radio, as the presenter addressed his time working for talkSPORT. They are both highly engaging presenters who made me laugh so much in their company. Veteran BBC DJ 'is sacked' after criticising bosses for axeing his Saturday night show 'because his elderly audience are the wrong type of listeners' David Allen was due to host three more.