This morning Carolyn McCall made it very clear that she believed Meghan Markle's central claim about her mental health. The BBC will also show more repeats on BBC One and cut comedy on Radio 2 and Radio 5. Two of BBC North West Tonights three weather presenters could disappear from screens as part of sweeping cuts to the corporation. The Polish-born meteorologist, who has presented the weather on the BBC News Channel and News at One, was forced to apologise in 2007 after referring to the Outer Hebrides and Western Isles as 'nowheresville'. The channel confirmed to the BBC that his departure from the breakfast news show will take effect immediately but declined to say who would be replacing him on Wednesday. I think you forgot my name., READ MORE:Carol Kirkwood reacts to Dan Walker's claim 'Tone it down', Carol laughed and said: How could I forget your name Naga? "He won't be short of offers, and he has a big social following, and those people will follow him to a new platform, so this is definitely not the last of Piers Morgan.". 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He made a public apology in 2007 after calling the Western Isles and the west Highlands "nowheresville" during a live weather broadcast. VideoAt the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Dozens of girls treated after new Iran poisonings, Blackpink lead top stars back on the road in Asia, Exploring the rigging claims in Nigeria's elections, 'Wales is in England' gaffe sparks TikToker's trip, Ukraine war casts shadow over India's G20 ambitions, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. BBC Weather - Home Weather forecasts for thousands of locations around the world Chicago - Partly Cloudy London - Thick Cloud Tbilisi - Sunny San Jos - Sunny Dakar - Sunny Mombasa - Sunny. Video, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. Simon King explains. BBC weather forecaster Alex Deakin slips up as he predicts a chilly but bright Sunday morning Credit: Photo: BBC. "It's vital that when people reach out for support or share their experiences of ill mental health that they are treated with dignity, respect and empathy. She replied: "Theres always weather. A weather presenter has left the BBC after reportedly calling it 'the Devil' and protesting against lockdown last year. Has be been pushed? Stav Danaos. More info. Corporation bosses were also left shocked earlier this year after he posed on the cover of gay men's magazine Attitude in just a pair of skimpy shorts. The alleged comment had been relayed to Employee A and Ms Park by the time they met Mr Hazell in a pub on 1 July 2021. It's all totally counter-intuitive.'. ', By But, yes I did.. Three of the BBC's best-loved weather presenters are being axed from TV screens as part of a money-saving drive. Therefore this was the moment to leave GMB. Carol is famed for being BBC Breakfast's weather presenter. However, earlier in the week, the show was briefly derailed when. This list may not reflect recent changes . He added: "My real concern was a disbelief frankly that she went to a senior member of the Royal household and told them she was suicidal and was told she could not have any help because it would be a bad look for the family.". See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. and In 2015 he joined the presenting team on ITV's Good Morning Britain - bringing his street-fighting social media presence to breakfast TV every morning alongside Susanna Reid. One employee was left in tears by the conversation. The Polish-born weatherman began presenting on BBC South East Today in 2001 before joining national BBC outlets in 2006. "And he said there is a phenomenon where there is no weather.". Home of the Daily and Sunday Express. Carol continued with the forecast but stopped to surmise: "Ill probably be sacked for that one.". VideoAt the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Dozens of girls treated after new Iran poisonings, Blackpink lead top stars back on the road in Asia, Exploring the rigging claims in Nigeria's elections, 'Wales is in England' gaffe sparks TikToker's trip, Ukraine war casts shadow over India's G20 ambitions, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. Sorry!". People forget that youre paid for your opinion and that youre just speaking your truth. [I will be there] as long as Breakfast wants me, she told Radio Times. In future only one of the shows current forecasters Dianne Oxberry, Eno Eruotor and Heather Stott will appear in that role, although they may continue in other capacities at the BBC. ", During a joking handover, McCoy said: "Now we'll have the weather forecast in just a minute. Media commentator Alex DeGroote told 5 Live: "Has he walked? So, I dont think hes right, she said, disagreeing with her boss before she proceeded to continue with the forecast. But at least two of them were later offered jobs as 'team leaders' in a production role. Video, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Hawara: 'What happened was horrific and barbaric'. Broadcaster Guto Harri has quit GB News after he was suspended for taking the knee during a discussion about racism towards England's black footballers. I think there is always weather. She has presented weather reports for a number of BBC programmes including BBC Breakfast and The . BBC Breakfast presenter Naga Munchetty was back this morning bringing viewers the latest updates on the coronavirus pandemic. 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. He was also reduced to hysterics by an unfortunate rude slip of the tongue while trying to say "muddy site" during a BBC Radio 4 forecast last year. Fortunately, it seems the meteorologist wont be going anywhere soon as she said in a recent interview she would hang on by her fingernails to her role. More info. In a tweet on Wednesday morning Morgan said that he had reflected on his opinion on the Oprah interview and still did not believe Meghan, adding that "freedom of speech is a hill I'm happy to die on". Whether its a football manager, a television presenter or any profession for that matter, its always sad when someone loses their job. 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BBC Weather in association with MeteoGroup. She went further: ITV takes mental health very seriously. Dorries has called the licence fee outdated and discriminatory as all households pay the same amount regardless of income. Mr Cook responded: "Because, in my view, you had broken our Code of Conduct to such an extent that it wouldn't have been appropriate for you to continue working for the BBC.". He therefore claims he was discriminated against on the grounds of disability, because depression is classed as a disability. BBC One viewers are accustomed to the 60-year-old. "Moving forward, the moves to Salford will enhance and strengthen the BBCs long-term presence at Media City UK.". Nagas hmm maybe, but Charlie, never., Charlie quickly chimed in and said: You are on form this morning, Carol.. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. Louise Lear . Read about our approach to external linking. Whether you are watching the sky from your window or your garden, clouds can change the skyscape. Mr Cook said in his witness statement that there were "increasingly strained relationships" in Mr Hazell's team, "in particular" between him, Ms Park and Employee A. Mr Hazell allegedly made the "C-word" comment about his team members when speaking to a colleague called Connor Bennett. he said. Peter Cook said BBC Radio Suffolk presenter James Hazell had breached his contract by using "the C-word", and also allegedly threatening the same two colleagues not to complain about him. He raised his middle finger after news presenter Simon McCoy jokingly said his forecast would be "100% accurate". Regional TV talent Jemma Cooper is best known for her regular appearances on Bristol's Points West programme. Today the broadcaster was forced to restate impartiality guidelines had to be strictly followed and any breach would be dealt with. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. SUNSHINE SMILES: BBC North West's three weather presenters Eno Eruotor, Dianne Oxberry and Heather Stott - only one will stay in their current role in the cost-cutting shake-up Group 28 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 a plan to create a single more digitally focused rolling news service. The weatherman later wrote on his website: "Prior to a live weather bulletin, I made a gesture off camera joking with my fellow presenters and without warning the camera went live to the weather studio. They will now be moved into behind-the-scenes roles as 'weather duty managers'. [2] She also presented forecasts for Sky News-produced 5 News on Channel 5 until 19 February 2012. We call on the BBC to again rethink this cost-cutting idea. @piersmorgan I am with you. CAROL KIRKWOOD feared she would be 'sacked' from her role as weather presenter on Thursday's edition of BBC Breakfast as she voiced her disapproval over a comment one of her bosses had. Who knows. Miss Cooper grew up in Portishead and joined the BBC back in 1999. Video, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story, Harry and Meghan told to 'vacate' Frogmore Cottage, Rare Jurassic-era bug found at Arkansas Walmart, Ed Sheeran says wife developed tumour in pregnancy, China and Belarus call for peace in Ukraine, Baby's body found as police still question couple, Man survives 31 days in jungle by eating worms, Havana Syndrome unlikely to have hostile cause - US. His ITV show Life Stories saw him interview prominent celebrity figures, while he also took up a judging role on Britain's Got Talent before landing a leading role on US broadcaster CNN in 2010. Last month it was said that she confirmed her identity in an anti-lockdown group called Stand Up Bristol. Director general Mark Thompson said: "Its a plan for a smaller BBC, but a BBC which uses its resources more effectively.". This article was amended on 15 July 2022 because an earlier version misnamed BBC World News as BBC World. 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. Something went wrong, please try again later. The Aurora Borealis, or Northern Lights, are the most visible impact of solar activity on Earth, but there's so much more to space weather. Sarah Keith-Lucas. You can unsubscribe at any time. Earlier this summer, the BBC announced the Met Office had won a five-year contract to supply its weather services following competitive tender. TV critic Scott Bryant told BBC Radio 5 Live that the announcement had come as "a big shock". Meanwhile, on Monday evening Mind tweeted: "We were disappointed and concerned to see Piers Morgan's comments on not believing Meghan's experiences about suicidal thoughts today. Showers can be difficult to pinpoint in a forecast. , updated You do get a sense of fashion, dont you when youre out and about., The journalist made reference to what she was wearing, telling her colleagues: As you can tell, Ive missed that slightly., Instead of complimenting the broadcaster on her black and white dress, the hosts sat and laughed at her comments. Carol Kirkwood, 58, joined Naga Munchetty, 46, and Charlie Stayt, 58, onBBC Breakfastto inform viewers about the ever-changing weather circulating across the UK. We all wish him well. It comes after Jemma, 49, appeared to slam the broadcaster in a Covid . ITV has accepted this decision and has nothing further to add.". That is the second highest number of complaints in Ofcom's 17-year history, behind the 44,500 submitted over several days about the racism row involving Jade Goody and Shilpa Shetty on Celebrity Big Brother in 2007. The business reporter continued with her segment as the news anchors sat in silence. There is a culture war going on, and Piers Morgan's job on Good Morning Britain has fallen victim to it. He raised his middle finger after news presenter Simon McCoy jokingly said his forecast . Though, Nina decided to start her segment in a jovial way as she said to Charlie and Naga: I mean, Im not a massive fan of browsing the shops. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. Darren Bett. Yet this week it was BBC stalwart Naga who was at the centre of action as BBC bosses called in the police over complaints about her conduct which had turned threatening. For other inquiries, Contact Us. 11:14 GMT 13 Oct 2010 After leaving school he studied journalism - working his way up through local papers before moving the Sun, where he was given his own showbiz column, Bizarre, by then-editor Kelvin MacKenzie. He claims the BBC discriminated against him because of his depression. They also rejected suggestions they would be replacing qualified meteorologists with cheaper presenters. The National Union of Journalists says staff were stunned by the announcement. Erik ten Hag will look to lead Man United to a first FA Cup semi-final since the 2020/2021 campaign against the Cottagers. , 58, joined Naga Munchetty, 46, and Charlie Stayt, 58, on, Turn off the lights and bolt the door! 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The forecaster has previously said she would fight for her job ad would never turn her back on her role. What is the point?. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. ', The BBC told MailOnline:'Impartiality is the cornerstone of the BBC so we have strict guidelines all staff are expected to follow. However, Mr Hazell claims his contract was terminated because of what the BBC perceived to be "negativity" in his behaviour, which resulted from his depression. Last summer, the former Strictly Come Dancing star also faced the wrath of her bosses as she made a hilarious slip up. Harri confirmed his decision . 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. By November of the following year he'd joined the Mirror to become the youngest ever editor of a national daily newspaper. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Find out about your favourite BBC Weather network presenters by clicking on the links below. 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 BBC said the changes would create a modern, digital-led and streamlined organisation that drives the most value from the licence fee and delivers more for audiences. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. The two colleagues involved in the issues which led to his contract being terminated were a producer called Katharine Park and a woman referred to as Employee A. Earlier on in the programme, the hosts teased business reporter, Nina Warhurst, over her style. But a whistleblower, speaking to the Bristol Post, said Ms Cooper returned to the Points West newsroom after attending a Birmingham demonstration. 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