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. February 28, 2023 9:33 am. '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. 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. Ex BBC radio Suffolk man . BBC viewers blast 'woke' decision to ban Tom Jones' Delilah. 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. Get a daily dose of showbiz gossip direct to your inbox. His earnings for the show - which attracted half a million listeners each Saturday - were not. 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. "Its a dream come true to join the Radio 2 family and I cant wait to start. 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. The presenterwrote on Twitter: 'Absolutely devastated at the plan to end our programme (which I first learned about in yesterday's Times). The 72-year-old BBC presenter signs off his final show with a 'quick goodbye' after 30 years behind the microphone By Craig Simpson 3 March 2023 4:17pm Ken Bruce's departure has become. She used to work as a reporter in her native New Zealand. BBC Radio Suffolk presenter James Hazell was judged to have breached his contract by using the C-word to refer to two female co-workers with whom he had "increasingly strained relationships", according to editor Peter Cook, who gave evidence to an employment tribunal. ', 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.'. he was sacked from BBC 5 Live in 1997 when station . Baker worked at BBC Radio 5 Live from 1990-93 before rejoining in 2008 until his sacking today. 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. Love them too.'. 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 former face of the BBC's GAA coverage has attacked the corporation claiming it promoted "Protestant-supported sports" over Gaelic games. The former 5 Live presenter George Riley will never work for the BBC again, staff have been told, after multiple accusations of sexual assault were made against the presenter. Read about our approach to external linking. 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. 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.. The BBCs annual report, published earlier this week, showed that staff numbers in the corporations newsrooms are at their lowest level in a decade. News. Tiffany Calver is stepping down from 1Xtras Rap Show and will be replayed by Kenny Allstar. 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. 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. Naga Munchetty was absent from the BBC Breakfast sofa on Thursday morning in the show's latest presenter shake-up, Naga Munchetty's eclectic Hertfordshire home has the boldest interiors, Naga Munchetty is a radiant bride in rarely-seen wedding photo. A BBC Radio 1 presenter has been replaced after four years on air. 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 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. There were lots of booths and we'd all go in and mark them off, one after the other. 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. Anna Cookson is an award-winning television and radio presenter in the UK. "Radio 2 will continue to be a multi-generational radio station that serves a 35+ audience (a target audience which also hasn't changed in decades).". He remained with the channel until November 1998 and was a relatively popular presence on the station. Beloved veteran broadcaster Ken Bruce, 71, who has hosted on BBC radio for 45 years, announced his departure from the network in January. 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. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. Bruces slot will be taken over by Vernon Kay in May, and Gary Davies will take on presenting duties in the interim. You can unsubscribe at any time. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. 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. Coronation Street favourite Julia Goulding has confirmed she's back on the cobbles. Ms Franklin said after she was told she was going to be wound down, she made the grey streak in her hair her trademark. Hell now be presenting the Capital Breakfast Show on Capital FM with Roman Kemp. Meanwhile, when asked what affect her own sacking had on her, Liz explained she wasn't surprised by it. 'So, I have to say I was rather shocked when I was told about the decision.'. This article was amended on 15 July 2022 because an earlier version misnamed BBC World News as BBC World. 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 News and BBC World News is going to be relaunched with a more digitally focused rolling news service later this year. If you are dissatisfied with the response provided you can ", BBC Beyond Paradise star Jamie Bamber is married to Eastenders actress. 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. By registering to HELLO! Last year saw BBC Radio 1 undergo a huge shake up when Scott Mills left. The last year with the pandemic has shown just how deep Nicky's connection is with our. Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? He did however hint that his audience could follow him to Greatest Hits, saying may we meet again. '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.'. 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. 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. The tribunal heard Mr Hazell had previously been warned about his conduct towards Employee A, due to comments and behaviour of a sexual nature. 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.. 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". ", Celeb obsessed? 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. The tribunal in Bury St Edmunds has heard that BBC Radio Suffolk presenter James Hazell breached his contract by using 'the C-word'. Married Allen, from Bournemouth, Dorset, began his radio career at Bournemouth Hospital Radio broadcasting to different hospitals. Updated: 10:53, 2 Mar 2023 RADIO 1 DJ Tiffany Calver is stepping down from 1Xtra's Rap Show after four years. The BBC star has also been vocal about the need for more diversity in the workplace. The BBC will now enter consultation with affected staff and trade unions, while Ofcom, the UK media regulator, may wish to scrutinise the plans to substantially change the two existing news services. Can Nigeria's election result be overturned? We accept that these conclusions were genuinely reached by Mr Cook and genuinely held. 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. ITV Dancing On Ice's Christopher Dean issues Jayne Torvill health announcement. 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. '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. What's the least amount of exercise we can get away with? Speaking to the Dorset Echo in 2002, he said: 'I hated it. 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. A former BBC presenter has claimed she was threatened with the sack for being "too old" when she was in her thirties. 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. 'I was doing 12-hour shifts at this place in Middlesex, writing all the traffic and travel pages for Teletext, supplying stuff for radio, TV it was not enjoyable.'. 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. He was also alleged to havethreatenedtwo women not to complain about his behaviour. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. 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. David Allen began his radio career with a stint on Bournemouth Hospital Radio which saw him broadcast segments to aroundsix local hospitals. She works at QVC as an on-air host since 2017. . 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. Here is the new confirmed line-up for the BBC news presenters. She has worked for the BBC since 1999 and has presented major news events like the US Presidential Elections and her award-winning coverage of the Australian fires. Naga is married to TV director James Haggar. Consent Search for articles. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. "There is nothing before us to suggest his decision was tainted by the claimant's disability. 8,075 talking about this. He joins a presenting line up. 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. 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. 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. Aled Haydn Jones, head of BBC Radio 1, said: I am so excited for Dean and Vicky. '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. Another day, another ageism accusation being levelled at the BBC. The 72-year-old Scottish presenter - who has regularly presented his mid-morning programme . The way audiences consume news is changing, said Naja Nielsen, digital director at BBC News. beyond the end of the BBCs current royal charter in 2027. The last excellent presenter was Rob Cowan, who for whatever reason left Radio 3 and moved to Classic FM. I would suggest you email me and I will pass them on. Kate Garraway fights tears as she confronts Matt Hancock, Emmerdale double exit as Sarah Sugden dies after exposing lie. Take our poll and have your say. '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). Northern Ireland. 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. 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. Editors' Code of Practice. '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. Other alternatives are a voluntary subscription model like the one Netflix uses, allowing advertising, or through a general broadband levy. 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". Ex-BBC Radio Suffolk DJ James Hazell was dismissed for allegedly. 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. See what she said in the video below. Who are the five new BBC News presenters? Ken Bruce, 72, was forced out of his radio show early after sharing his decision to leave the station, Will you miss Ken Bruce being on Radio 2? By 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. 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. Ms Kershaw later tweeted: I got sacked from @BBC6Music because they dont want women over 60.. He also presented Summer Sportstime for a few seasons. Heidi Dawson, Controller of BBC Radio 5 Live, says: "Nicky is the master of radio phone-in broadcasting. Prime Minister says Devon DJ sacking was unfair The Prime Minister has said he believes a DJ on Radio Devon who had to resign for playing a song that contained a racist word has been treated. Former BBC Radio Suffolk presenter James Hazell said he was discriminated against on the grounds of his depression. More info. 'As I say this was not my decision. MailOnline has approached the BBC for comment. We wish Ken all the best for the future. ", She added: "It's just such a changed place. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Mel Evans Wednesday 28 Apr 2021 2:08 pm. 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. Yalda travelled to Ukraine days after the Russian invasion and provided around the clock coverage during the first few weeks of the war. "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. She also works for BBC Radio London and her voice can be heard in her work as a voiceover artist. Plans for a new channel covering both UK and world news simply wont work, said Siegert. 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. Katie Weston For Mailonline 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. 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 . Registered in England & Wales | 01676637 |. 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. A former BBC presenter has claimed she was sacked for being "too old" when she was in her thirties. 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. 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. 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. Does it need to be investigated for the way it's treating people?". 2023 BBC. Isabel made a cheeky comment aimed towards Ruth, before realising she could have landed herself in hot water with both Eamonn and Ruth. Home of the Daily and Sunday Express. READ MORE: Sarah Lancashire spoke up to change Happy Valley ending. 1. BBC News presenters: Foreign correspondent Christian Fraser. Mr Hazell, who presented the mid-morning show, allegedly made the "C-word" comment about his team members when speaking to a colleague called Connor Bennett. The judge also accepted Mr Cook's argument that a similar situation arising from a presenter without depression would have ended in the "same conclusion". "The tribunal finds that the claimant's claims must fail, they do and are dismissed. Mr Hazell claimedthe BBC sacked him because of 'negativity' about his behaviour, which resulted from the depression he was experiencing. ITV Coronation Street star announces full-time return to soap - leaving fans delighted. 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. The freelance contract turned into a permanent one and soon Mr Allen was presenting segments on Solent's Information Exchange. But employment judge Kevin Palmer said the misconduct investigation and dismissal were "clearly not because of disability". '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. 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. The tweet, which he later deleted but which has been. Enjoy your weekend though," while another added: "Mornings are not the same when your not there.". The station I pretended to be on in my bedroom from the age of six. Mr Hazell said the BBC discriminated against him due to his depression. 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. 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. 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. He didn't lack enthusiasm, might even be thought to have too much, but his knowledge of . 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. Paul OGrady quit after being told to share his slot with another presenter, and Vanessa Feltz joined TalkRadio. He has been the jovial voice of Radio 2 for decades, and even his farewells were good-humoured. 'I know how much this programme means to you and I can't tell you how many emails and letters I get every week telling me how much you love the music that we play and the interviews that we do on the show and more to the point that there's nowhere else on the BBC where you can hear this type of music played. 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. The dad-of-three claimed he lasted just three . Unlike young men, our young women dont get to see where they are going as they age, she said. Speaking on her podcast, Naga told listeners about her mother's reaction on discovering she didn't want children. Mr Cook said he investigated both allegations and terminated Mr Hazell's contract as a result of these matters alone, rather than any other issues, which was accepted by the judge. The corporation said the new-look channel, called BBC News, will launch next April. BBC Breakfast host Dan Walker has spoken candidly about his career in television and radio, as the presenter addressed his time working for talkSPORT. 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. Riley was. Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning. 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. A radio presenter's claims he was sacked due to depression have been thrown out by an employment tribunal. ITV Dancing On Ice judge Christopher announced Jayne is out of surgery - and it was a success. 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. A large number of presenters have left the BBC in recent months - either by force or by choice. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. 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. 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. BBC Radio 5 Live has been accused of being driven by a 'pathetic diversity agenda' following the exit of Mark Pougatch. He regularly anchors the flagship current affairs series Newsnight on BBC Two. 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. A source said Allen was sacked by the broadcaster's bosses today. A Gannett Company. The experienced presenter told listeners he believes the corporation's chiefs cancelled his show because his elderly audience are 'the wrong type of listeners'. 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. On its website, BBC Radio Solent still displays Allen's profile. 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. Following a spell off social media, he has recently returned to being a prolific tweeter, sharing messages about how 2018 had been a tough year and thanking his family for supporting him during a difficult period. Newsquest Media Group Ltd, Loudwater Mill, Station Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. And for all those people we gave a voice to. "We do not doubt that he followed an investigation after these incidents were reported to him. 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. ", This website and associated newspapers adhere to the Independent Press Standards Organisation's Something went wrong, please try again later. Ex-BBC Radio Suffolk DJ James Hazell was dismissed for allegedly calling two colleagues the "C-word" and threatening them not to complain about him. 'He's had a regular show for two decades.'. We kept putting the decision off, then life got better for us, we became more selfish and just didnt find the time.". The Clothes Show was aired on BBC One between 1986 and 2000 and attracted around 9 million viewers every week. Katie Weston For Mailonline, Tony Blair's former spin doctor Alastair Campbell will guest present GMB during Mental Health Awareness Week - but denies he will be Piers Morgan's long term replacement, Woman's Hour is finally going to be 60 minutes: Radio Four programme will be extended from current 45 minutes as BBC bosses praise new presenters Emma Barnett and Anita Rani. Kenny said: "From the age of 11 . 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. In 2011, former BBC presenter Miriam O'Reilly, then 53, won an age discrimination case against the corporation after she was dropped from Countryfile.
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