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. He started work at BBC News NI as a senior reporter in 2017 and has co-presented Evening Extra since April 2020. A source told the newspaper Ms Traynor regarded the plans as unacceptable. "It's strange for us at the minute, too, because in normal circumstances, as soon as things start to improve like they do at this time of the year, we're able to say, 'go out, enjoy yourselves, enjoy the sun'. The new Irish Sea Border: What does it mean? He will join his BBC Radio Ulster Evening Extra co-presenter Tara Mills on the television team. Four of BBC News NI's longest serving journalists have accepted voluntary redundancy packages to leave the broadcaster. Zoe Ball was the best paid woman, earning about 1.13m for presenting 210 episodes of the Zoe Ball Breakfast show on BBC Radio 2. Sarah started at BBC Radio Foyle in 1995 before moving to the Belfast newsroom in 1997. What makes a serial killer and why are we fascinated by them? You get a bit of a backlash from grump heads on Twitter, but the vast majority of people are sticking to it brilliantly. "But we have such a great circle of friends in our street that we do a cookbook club with them every six or eight weeks. "We had beds built with nothing in them, so we were able to plant them. Barra also says he is trying to keep himself fit by taking his dog for walks. BBC Northern Ireland has announced Donegal-born presenter Declan Harvey has been appointed as the new Newsline presenter. He joined BBC Northern Ireland in 1989. . 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. The gender pay gap at the BBC also continues to fall. [10] Harvey joined the programme in early 2022. "One thing that has been a nuisance is that my daughter Laura lives over in Newcastle upon Tyne, and we haven't been able to see her. According to the Belfast Telegraph, her resignation came after she was told changes were being made to her duties. Some 53% of adults in Northern Ireland viewed BBC Newsline each week, on average, in 2020/21 compared to under half (48%) in 2019-20. Wed 15 Mar 2023 21:00. The 49-year-old BBC NI weatherman is doing an online course about tackling climate change and. There were reports that managers at Broadcasting House in Ormeau Avenue had planned to move her to its radio bulletins rota. Will the Windsor Framework be enough for the DUP? "Usually there are lots of people in the building, but now there's hardly anyone. Barra Best (38) has built a makeshift studio at his north Belfast home, where he lives with his partner. "I had my birthday at the beginning of April and normally it would have been just a meal for two at home. "People have often spoken in the past, the Greta Thunbergs of this world and people like her, about how we don't all need to work from an office. The popular presenter of flagship programme BBC Newsline dramatically quit the broadcast corporation on Monday. [3] She also worked at BBC Radio Ulster as a Traffic and Travel presenter. The official Facebook page for BBC Newsline, BBC Northern Ireland's TV news programme. Ninety-nine senior leaders at the BBC earned more than 150,000, while 72 on-air presenters or journalists earned more than 150,000 in 2020-21. Main presenters during the programme's history included Larry McCoubrey, Barry Cowan and Sean Rafferty. BBC Newsline is the BBC's national television news programme for Northern Ireland, broadcast on BBC One Northern Ireland from the headquarters of BBC Northern Ireland in Ormeau Avenue, Belfast. Tina Campbell (born 1971)[1][2] is a Northern Irish television presenter and journalist. Author Ryan Wilson said Ms Traynor "has been the face of news in Northern Ireland for most of my life". Joined the BBC in 1989 and is anchor of BBC Newsline. I really admire them that they're sticking to it rigidly, because it must be driving them up the wall. [2] The new longer magazine programmes changed title to Six Five and Six Ten until Scene Around Six was introduced in January 1968. 7th Oct 2020, 5:40pm - 4 min read. You don't realise how important that ordinary social aspect is with your colleagues and friends until you don't have it.". [8] In 2008, she presented two series of UTV's topical debate show Late and Live. A decade ago Miriam O'Reilly, who was 53 at the time, won an age discrimination case against the BBC after she was dropped from rural affairs show Countryfile. A further 100 on-air presenters or journalists earned between 100,000 - 150,000, but their individual pay is not detailed. On iPlayer 27/02/2023 Evening News New All available episodes (3 total) Next on 27/02/2023 Late News Today 22:30 BBC One. "I knew my next-door neighbour before, but now we're all out clapping for the NHS every week and we're all able to ask how everyone's keeping. BBC NI Newsline Presenter. It's a nice way to stay in touch. Video1894 shipwreck confirms tale of treacherous lifeboat, How 10% of Nigerian registered voters delivered victory, Sake brewers toast big rise in global sales, The Indian-American CEO who wants to be US president, 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. "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.". "I'm keeping in touch with my family on Facetime and things like that. Christine uncovers a hidden world of autistic women who, like her, have been ignored. He had previously had pay rises of about 20,000 a year in the two years up to 2019-20. Leading the tributes was fellow. Mr Harvey described Newsline as "appointment viewing in Northern Ireland". We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. "The great thing is that the technology is all there, so we're able to log on to all the systems and forecasts so we can get the stories in our heads before dialling in to the studio, using apps that create a really good-quality sound. One of the BBC's best-known and longest-serving presenters . Mr Harvey already presents Evening Extra on Radio Ulster and will. Updated 7th Oct 2020, 6:06pm. Colleagues and fans quickly flooded Donnas post with sweet messages after news of her departure emerged. Technology freaks me out until I have a go at it, but once I had a couple of runs through I was grand. Journalist and Presenter Mar 2018 - Present5 years Belfast, United Kingdom Journalism Researcher Dec 2011 - Present11 years 3 months Belfast, United Kingdom Researching and setting up stories for. 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". 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New IRA powerbase just 20 miles away so why didnt intelligence flag possible attack? However, his published salary may vary each year depending on when he is actually paid by the BBC for programmes he has presented. The five female BBC presenters who appear in the list of top 20 highest paid presenters are Claudia Winkleman, Laura Larverne, Vanessa Feltz, Zoe Ball, and Gabby Logan. Then she had planned to come here for Easter with her boyfriend but that couldn't happen. We have a dog, Mags, who's a boxer, and I get out for walks with her, although it's short walks around the block," he adds. "Since lockdown began, I have barely any contact with anyone at work. Mr Nolan's pay is for presenting the Nolan Show on BBC Radio Ulster, The Stephen Nolan Show on BBC Radio 5 Live and Nolan Live on BBC One Northern Ireland. A BBC Northern Ireland spokesman said: "We do not comment on individual staff matters.". The details are contained in the BBC's latest annual report for 2020-21, which gives the salaries of its top earning stars. Tara's first article was printed in Twinkle Magazine when she was 7. Her resignation came after she was told changes were being made to her duties, according to reports, Stay on top of the headlines from Belfast and beyond by signing up for FREE email alerts. The corporation faced a backlash in 2019 over the axing of presenter Sean Coyle from his weekday morning Radio Ulster slot. BBC Newsline, BBC Broadcasting House, Ormeau Avenue, Belfast BT2 8HQ Telephone 0370 4111 630. 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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.". Mr Harvey will begin his new role early in the new year. For the latest breaking news straight to your inbox, sign up for our newsletter here. 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. "The whole experience has been a very strong reminder of how important friends and social contact are. "You never want to sound like the fun police, but we've got a responsibility too. The BBC drama, Normal People, was also streamed more than 63m times on BBC iPlayer in 2020. BBC News NI journalist Declan Harvey has been appointed as a new presenter on BBC Newsline. In 2019, 3.5% of the BBC network television budget was spent in Northern Ireland but that fell to 1.7% in 2020. As well as being available via all multi-channel outlets in Northern Ireland (including via Sky channel 101), the programme can be accessed by the rest of the United Kingdom (along with all other regional BBC news programmes) on the BBC iPlayer, or alternatively on Sky channel 973. "There's the physical health issue of not transmitting the disease, but there's also the mental health side of getting through this time in one piece. 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. [5] and contributed to a UTV documentary on the Ulster Hospital in 2007. Broadcast. 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. Campbell was appointed as the second female anchor of UTV Live in February 2007, replacing Kate Smith. Ms Traynor received well-wishes and support from viewers and colleagues following her resignation announcement. Cecilia Daly. Mr Harvey described being delighted at taking on the BBC Newsline role. Viewers from the Republic of Ireland with a Sky subscription can also watch on Sky channel 141. 2023 BBC. Read about our approach to external linking. 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. "Traffic is way quieter, and people are crossing the road to keep their distance, but it's important to do it. Mr Smyth described Declan as an excellent journalist and presenter who is already known to the audiences. RT and BBC broadcaster Audrey Carville tweeted: "Really sorry to read this Donna. Best wishes and look forward to seeing your work again soon!. His 2020-21 salary makes him the equal-fifth best paid BBC on-air star, with a salary similar to the Question Time presenter Fiona Bruce. "2022 will no doubt bring surprises and challenges," he said. However, the BBC said it had reduced spending on its top stars by 10% during the year. I park up outside and come in a side entrance and the only person I speak to is an engineer in the studio. However, the proportion of BBC's network television budget spent in Northern Ireland fell dramatically last year. A BBC Newsline regular for many years. "I can get a bit bored now and I have to admit I keep eating, which is not ideal. Last year, Ms Traynor had a three-month absence from TV screens but returned at the start of 2021. An article in Belfast Telegraph, back in 2015, had mentioned her age as 44. Julian is BBC Newsline's Reporter in the West. Born in Dundonald, Tina Campbell was a reporter and newsreader for Downtown Radio. BBC Northern Ireland has announced Donegal-born presenter Declan Harvey has been appointed as the new Newsline presenter. RT and BBC broadcaster Audrey Carville said: Really sorry to read this Donna. "For people really going through it, and others living in an apartment or townhouse without much space, it won't be easy. His work also includes the popular BBC NI podcast Year 21, which he has presented and produced alongside Ms Mills across this centenary year. There have also been record numbers of users for BBC iPlayer, BBC Sounds and BBC News online. Last year four of Radio Ulster's best-known news . During school closures due in lockdown in January 2021 there were almost one million requests for shows on the online educational service, Bitesize Daily, per week. Will the Windsor Framework be enough for the DUP? "I miss the ability to just say to people, 'Will we go to the canteen for a catch-up and a coffee?' I'm doing my whole radio show from home because I have the technology to do that. BBC presenter Donna Traynor has quit with immediate effect, after almost 33 years with the broadcaster. The new Irish Sea Border: What does it mean? The oldest female national news presenter in the UK - Northern Ireland journalist Maxine Mawhinney - has announced she's leaving the BBC after 20 years. "I'm there telling people that it's vital to adhere to the rules, so I'm sticking to them rigidly myself. How the BBC gender pay story has unfolded, Chris Evans tops best-paid BBC stars list, US and Russia trade blows over Ukraine at G20, Explosive found in check-in luggage at US airport, 1894 shipwreck confirms tale of treacherous lifeboat. Read about our approach to external linking. BBC Newsline, BBC Broadcasting House, Ormeau Avenue, Belfast BT2 8HQ. In 2020/21, across the UK, the BBC was used by 90% of adults and 80% of young adults on average per week. As of 2023, she is around 52 years old. 3,019 talking about this. 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. 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. With that in mind she's just about to launch a new six-part . According to the BBC he will begin his new role early in the new year. Julian O'Neill is one of BBC Newsline's reporters. BBC Northern Ireland news presenter Donna Traynor has left the corporation after 33 years amid ongoing employment tribunal proceedings. Presenter 'Home Ground' & 'Real Lives' & BBC N.I Children in Need @jo.scott@bbc.co.uk tweets my own thoughts It is likely that restrictions on film and TV production due to Covid during part of the year are responsible for some of the in-year decrease. Literally anything I can get, so the snacks cupboard is gone. In Northern Ireland, for instance, almost nine in 10 adults (88%) on average used BBC TV/iplayer, radio or online each week. For the TV we're in the studio but for our radio slots on Good Morning Ulster and Evening Extra, we're at home. BBC Newsline It means there are no echoes and it works really well. Last year four of Radio Ulster's best-known news presenters stepped down from their roles. She also worked at BBC Radio Ulster as a Traffic and Travel presenter. She began her broadcasting career at RT and joined the BBC in 1989, presenting radio news bulletins before moving into television. The 56-year-old journalist, who presented BBC Northern Ireland Newsline, made the . BBC News NI journalist Declan Harvey has been appointed as a new presenter on BBC Newsline. "I was quite nervous initially. He earned between 405,000 and 409,999 from the BBC licence fee in 2020-21, the broadcaster said. I could go out on a 10-mile walk, but that's not right at the minute. Wishing you well.". 2022 will no doubt bring surprises and challenges. All I have to do is remind people of the rules, and I'll happily take every opportunity to do that. It said the higher payment this year was due to a payment for a series of Nolan Live broadcast in March 2020, which had been owed from the previous financial year. "One of them ordered an inflatable hot tub, which was brilliant. which was recognised at the New York Festivals Radio Awards 2019. "In our position as weather presenters, the biggest challenge at the minute is getting the tone right because people need sunshine and they still need exercise. It is believed Ms Traynor is taking legal action against the BBC for age discrimination. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. It sets out the pay of BBC staff and presenters who earn more than 150,000 from the licence fee in the year. Age / How old / Birthday / Date of Birth / DOB. "I was going to try to fit out the cupboard under the stairs using egg boxes so it sounds like a proper studio, but I haven't got around to that yet. Linzi highlights the skills required to be a successful News Presenter and Journalist at BBC Northern Ireland =====Make It is the BBC Nor. Will very much miss your professionalism and credibility on our screens. It is not the first time the BBC has been embroiled in disputes surrounding its on-air presenting talent. [6] She was also one of the original presenters for UTV Life and a relief weather presenter for Frank Mitchell.[7]. 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 trying to pick the quiet times and I'm sticking to the social distancing rules as much as I can. [4] She hosted the 1997 and 1998 series of What Next? "There's always the social media option, of course, but that's no substitute for a walk in the moonlight.". Stephen Nolan's salary puts him again among the BBC's highest earning on-air presenters, Peter Johnston is director of BBC Northern Ireland, Paul Mescal and Daisy Edgar-Jones star in Normal People, 1894 shipwreck confirms tale of treacherous lifeboat. 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. "We have a holiday home in Donegal and we were so looking forward to being there for Easter but we had to absolutely say no because the rules are there for a very good reason. "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. Husband / Spouse / Wedding & Marriage / Partner / Dating. "Donna was always a great colleague, very professional and a totally decent person," she tweeted. Frank Mitchell broadcaster and journalist is currently a weather presenter on UTV Live and a presenter on the radio station U105. "We had planned to go over twice, and both of those plans were scuppered. [1] Dougal was replaced as anchor by Conor Bradford after two months. One of the BBC's best-known and longest-serving presenters, she released a shock statement on Twitter yesterday to say she was quitting. "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. "After that I go into City Quays in Belfast to record the weather forecasts and because of these very specific circumstances I compile and record it all in one go. 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". As Richard Chambers wrote: So sorry to see this Donna. As well as turning his hand to a bit of gardening, BBC NI's Barra, who will have been a weatherman 10 years come May, is staying in touch with friends with a virtual quiz every Sunday night. BBC Newsline is the most recent incarnation of BBC Northern Ireland's television news service, which began on Monday 30 September 1957 as part of the corporation's rollout of regional television services. He has presented BBC Newsline for the last ten years, and also hosts the weekly politics programme. Mr Harvey began his broadcasting career in London, joining BBC Radio 1's Newsbeat programme in 2012, later becoming its politics reporter covering UK general elections, the 2016 US presidential race and the Brexit referendum. We're adhering rigidly to social distancing. Weve been in this newsroom together for a very long time. This article is about the Northern Irish television presenter. Ms Traynor began her career in broadcasting at RT before joining the BBC in 1989. "We all need to stick to the restrictions, but even getting out on the doorstep for a few rays of sunshine is good for you. There could be a tax allowance to encourage it, or an environmental benefit. 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