Noel Thompson He has presented BBC Newsline for the last ten years, and also hosts the weekly politics programme Donna Traynor Joined the BBC in 1989 and is anchor of BBC Newsline. "I'm there telling people that it's vital to adhere to the rules, so I'm sticking to them rigidly myself. "But right now of course we just can't do it. 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"I had my birthday during lockdown too and, as I said to my friends, if your birthday happens in lockdown, then officially it didn't happen, so you'll get that birthday again next year.". As the first black presenter on BBC Radio Ulster, Gemma has a real sense of purpose and want to be "a role model for people of colour". "2022 will no doubt bring surprises and challenges," he said. "For people really going through it, and others living in an apartment or townhouse without much space, it won't be easy. "You have to really think about what you're going to say, and remind people that while it's good news there's some sunshine and things are looking positive, that we all have to follow the guidelines and only go out for your exercise or when we have to get something. The pay of BBC presenter Stephen Nolan increased by up to 15,000 to more than 405,000 in 2020-21. . We're adhering rigidly to social distancing. "I think employers might think more creatively about how they run their workforces. Geoff Maskell, who is originally from England, lives in south Belfast with his wife, Susie. Its never been more important and I take the responsibility seriously. How to buy Eurovision 2023 tickets and how much do they cost? BBC star Gabby Logan and her ex-Rugby player husband were paid more than 500,000 in commission to promote a major tax avoidance scheme to celebrity friends.. "I'm excited to help tell those stories on TV as well as keeping up the great relationship we've built with listeners on Evening Extra over the last 18 months.". "I'm coping okay with it all, although it is strange. He will join his BBC Radio Ulster Evening Extra co-presenter Tara Mills on the television team. Mark. Her work on Children in Need made her one of BBC Northern Ireland's best-known faces. She has a brother Gav Campbell, who is the lead singer and guitarist from the band Phoenix23. "These are very strange times, but I think sometimes that the weather brings a bit of normality for people because it still goes on, no matter what. You don't realise how important that ordinary social aspect is with your colleagues and friends until you don't have it.". 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They said he will present BBC Newsline on the days Ms Mills presents Evening Extra and he will present Evening Extra on the days she hosts BBC Newsline. It is not the first time the BBC has been embroiled in disputes surrounding its on-air presenting talent. DCI John Caldwell: The New IRA threat after Omagh shooting, The Firm: Inside Lurgan and Portadowns cross-community crime gang. On Tuesday 7 May 1985, the programme was moved to an earlier timeslot of 5.35pm. Read about our approach to external linking. Noel Thompson, Karen Patterson, Seamus McKee and Wendy Austin are stepping down following a review of BBC News NI schedules and programmes By Robbie Meredith BBC News NI Arts Correspondent. The 49-year-old BBC NI weatherman is doing an online course about tackling climate change and. A BBC Newsline regular for many years. Mr Lineker's pay from the BBC was mainly for presenting Match of the Day. 3,019 talking about this. Health correspondent Marie-Louise Connolly agreed: Donna what sad news. BBC Northern Ireland has had significant changes to its presenter line-up in recent years following a shake-up of its schedules and programmes. Nicola Weir is fiercely proud of her Ballymena roots. It's a fine line we're treading and we know it's harder on some people than others, people without a garden or much outside space. Will the Windsor Framework be enough for the DUP? His work also includes the popular BBC NI podcast Year 21, which he has presented and produced alongside Ms Mills across this centenary year. "It's difficult, though. Tara's first article was printed in Twinkle Magazine when she was 7. "My partner Simon actually cleared the box room for me without being asked, which was pretty amazing, and he set me up a sort of studio-stroke-office, which has been a lifesaver. He says: "I'm coping with all this pretty well. "It's making the best of a bad situation. Weve been in this newsroom together for a very long time. 2023 BBC. The BBC NI presenter Wendy Austin is one of over 40 high-profile female journalists and presenters calling for the Corporation to ensure that there is . This week: BBC Northern Ireland journalist Tara Mills Tara Mills - consistency is key with exercise, so even if it's only 20 minutes, do it and do it every day Gail Bell I could go out on a 10-mile walk, but that's not right at the minute. which was recognised at the New York Festivals Radio Awards 2019. "My job is simple. Textphone 63399 l E-mail: bbcnewsline@bbc.co.uk. Last year four of Radio Ulster's best-known news presenters stepped down from their roles. [7], Noel Thompson and Donna Traynor became the programme's main anchors until August 2012, when Thompson left to join BBC Radio Ulster. "Working from home was a bit strange at first because I've never really done it. There were reports that managers at Broadcasting House in Ormeau Avenue had planned to move her to its radio bulletins rota. This article is about the Northern Irish television presenter. BBC NI Newsline Presenter. "Donna was always a great colleague, very professional and a totally decent person," she tweeted. The BBC Northern Ireland Newsline anchor, 56, confirmed the news in a short statement on Twitter, explaining that she is not legally able to discuss the reason behind her exit. There have also been record numbers of users for BBC iPlayer, BBC Sounds and BBC News online. [9] and also hosted The Seven Thirty Show on UTV. Among them former BBC colleague Martina Purdy tweeted that she was sorry to hear of Ms Traynor's departure. According to the BBC he will begin his new role early in the new year. Once these restrictions are lifted and the initial excitement of being able to freely see each other and be together as humans wears off, maybe we'll learn that actually we can do things in a different way. Donna Traynor (@DonnaTraynorTV) November 15, 2021, BBC NI political correspondent Jayne McCormack replied: So sad to read this, you were a constant presence when I was growing up watching the news and getting to work with you was a privilege. "I think when all of this is over there will be a rude awakening for society in terms of employment plans and systems. Last year, Mr Harvey took over the reigns at the BBCs flagship evening radio show Evening Extra having worked in London for a number of years, reporting on major stories for LBC Radio as well as working on BBC Radio 1 Newsbeat. Wishing you well., Dan Walker thanks make-up artist for 'covering up the bruises' after horror bike accident, The Weeknd's clap back at irrelevant Rolling Stone totally backfired. "I don't have particularly green fingers when it comes to the garden, but I know I'm lucky to get out to enjoy the weather. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Leading the tributes was fellow. For the latest breaking news straight to your inbox, sign up for our newsletter here. "Pamela Ballantine has joked with me that with all my years of not being a particularly sociable type - you wouldn't see me in Tatler - that I should be premier league level with all this social distancing," Frank says. "This time we cooked the dinner, delivered it round everyone's doorsteps and ate together on a Zoom call. The first five-minute bulletins, Today in Northern Ireland, were presented by Maurice Shillington and broadcast from a tiny radio studio within Broadcasting House in Belfast. Corporate event host. Mr . Mr Harvey already presents Evening Extra on Radio Ulster and will join existing colleague Tara Mills in presenting the main BBC One NI news programme. BBC news presenter Donna Traynor has quit her role "with immediate effect" after 33 years with the company. Strangely, it doesn't feel like a massive change, although we don't have kids, so we're not feeling the sort of disruption that other people might be. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. "We had planned to go over twice, and both of those plans were scuppered. Video, 1894 shipwreck confirms tale of treacherous lifeboat, Harry and Meghan told to 'vacate' Frogmore Cottage, Whiskey fungus forces Jack Daniels to stop construction, Rare Jurassic-era bug found at Arkansas Walmart, Greek trains halted as anger over crash grows, Robert F Kennedy assassin denied parole again, NFL hopeful accused of racing in deadly car crash, Starbucks illegally fired workers over union - judge. BBC News NI journalist Declan Harvey has been appointed as a new presenter on BBC Newsline. It's just myself and my wife and we have a bit of a garden at home, and we're fine in this very difficult time," he adds. 15K views, 59 likes, 4 loves, 33 comments, 9 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from BBC Newsline: The BBC NI presenter Wendy Austin is one of over 40 high-profile female journalists and presenters. What makes a serial killer and why are we fascinated by them? She presented news bulletins on Radio Ulster and was the first person at the station to break the news of the first IRA ceasefire in August 1994. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. He joined BBC Northern Ireland in 1989. She parted company with UTV in early 2013 and is currently a newscaster on BBC Radio Ulster and BBC Newsline. BBC Northern Ireland has announced Donegal-born presenter Declan Harvey has been appointed as the new Newsline presenter. ", Get the day's headlines delivered directly to your inbox, New Brexit deal does not strengthen Northern Ireland's place in UK says former attorney general John Larkin, Police treat fire which damaged 11 vehicles in Newtownards as deliberate, Sir Keir Starmer to launch Mo Mowlam tribute in Derry, Warning over surge in vehicles without an MOT as drivers cannot afford tests', Delay to pensions dashboards timetable is a huge let down for consumers', How common prescription pills could make your dental implants fall out, 8 key spring/summer fashion trends to know about now, GB bus operator increases Wrightbus electric order to 310 vehicles, Glanbia to sell share of Magheralin cheese factory to US partner Leprino, "There's always time for Supergrass in the future." Ms Traynor said she was unable to explain further the reasons for her departure because it was the subject of "ongoing employment tribunal and other legal proceedings". BBC Newsline is now presented by a single main anchor[8], In November 2021, Traynor had resigned from BBC Northern Ireland after 33 years, amid legal proceedings.[9]. "I'm doing a good bit of exercise though, so it's not too bad. In a message shared with her 17.7k followers, she wrote: It is with deep sadness that, after almost 33 years, I am leaving the job that I love and resigning from BBC Northern Ireland with immediate effect. Viewers from the Republic of Ireland with a Sky subscription can also watch on Sky channel 141. "It is with deep sadness that, after almost 33 years, I am leaving the job that I love and resigning from BBC Northern Ireland with immediate effect," she said, "Because this is the subject of ongoing Employment Tribunal and other legal proceedings, I am not able to respond to any questions or comments about my reasons for leaving the organisation.". 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