The popular presenter of flagship programme BBC Newsline dramatically quit the broadcast corporation on Monday. 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. "In terms of exercise, I'm sticking to the garden. He began his 'love affair' with the BBC on Valentine's Day 2000. It means there are no echoes and it works really well. [1] Dougal was replaced as anchor by Conor Bradford after two months. It was just the lift everybody needed. "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. "The first thing I'll do when this is over is go to see my mum where she lives in Nottinghamshire. "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. A BBC Newsline regular for many years. BBC news presenter Donna Traynor has quit her role "with immediate effect" after 33 years with the company. As Richard Chambers wrote: So sorry to see this Donna. Geoff Maskell, who is originally from England, lives in south Belfast with his wife, Susie. It spent 18m on network television production in 2020-21, compared to 29m in the previous year. Author and journalist Susan McKay said: "Sorry you are in this position Donna. BBC News NI journalist Declan Harvey has been appointed as a new presenter on BBC Newsline. BBC Newsline However, the proportion of BBC's network television budget spent in Northern Ireland fell dramatically last year. 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. It's a nice way to stay in touch. In 2019, 3.5% of the BBC network television budget was spent in Northern Ireland but that fell to 1.7% in 2020. BBC Northern Ireland news presenter Donna Traynor has left the corporation after 33 years amid ongoing employment tribunal proceedings. They are . Campbell was appointed as the second female anchor of UTV Live in February 2007, replacing Kate Smith. We just have to get on with it because the weather isn't going to stop and people aren't going to stop caring about it. But the pay figures released by the BBC do not include payments for other programmes made by independent production companies. BBC Newsline, BBC Broadcasting House, Ormeau Avenue, Belfast BT2 8HQ Telephone 0370 4111 630. RT and BBC broadcaster Audrey Carville said: Really sorry to read this Donna. The report also reveals that the pay of BBC Northern Ireland director Peter Johnston remained the same as in 2019-20 after previous rises. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. "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. Broadcast. According to the BBC he will begin his new role early in the new year. The programme is appointment viewing in Northern Ireland, especially in these uncertain times when all anybody wants is clear information about whats happening, he said. BBC Northern Ireland has had significant changes to its presenter line-up in recent years following a shake-up of its schedules and programmes. "I think it's proved that people can work from home. 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. She has a brother Gav Campbell, who is the lead singer and guitarist from the band Phoenix23. That compares to between 390,000 and 394,999 in 2019-20 - up from about 325,000 in 2018-19. 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 trying to pick the quiet times and I'm sticking to the social distancing rules as much as I can. "We had planned to go over twice, and both of those plans were scuppered. Tara's first article was printed in Twinkle Magazine when she was 7. Cecilia Daly. Joined the BBC in 1989 and is anchor of BBC Newsline. "I can get a bit bored now and I have to admit I keep eating, which is not ideal. "Vitamin D and sunshine are still vital, so we've got to get the tone right. "I quite like when things aren't quite normal and you have to think outside the box and do things a bit differently. [9] and also hosted The Seven Thirty Show on UTV. Sarah started at BBC Radio Foyle in 1995 before moving to the Belfast newsroom in 1997. 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., A spokesperson for the corporation shared a statement with Metro.co.uk which read: We do not comment on individual staff matters.. A BBC Newsline regular for many years. "But right now of course we just can't do it. "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.". "It cheers you up and it's good mentally, even if it's just for a few minutes. "Traffic is way quieter, and people are crossing the road to keep their distance, but it's important to do it. We need your consent to load this Social Media content. 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 BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. He joined BBC Northern Ireland in 1989. In the mid-1990s, Ms Traynor said she would not wear a Remembrance Day poppy or a shamrock on St Patrick's Day because they were seen as symbols of division in the north. "2022 will no doubt bring surprises and challenges," he said. Mark. 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. 3,019 talking about this. Presenter: Christine McGuinness . Mr Harvey, who was born in County Donegal, will also continue as a presenter on Evening Extra. The new Irish Sea Border: What does it mean? Gaz Coombes brings Turn The Car Around to Ireland, Ed Sheeran announces Dublin date for later this month, Newton Emerson: It's not only Peter Robinson that can think up clever devices, Patricia MacBride: Don't forget why we needed the Windsor Framework, Aaron Ramsdale enjoying challenge of Arsenal's push for Premier League title, Stephen Robinson takes encouragement from recent games as St Mirren host Celtic. Will the Windsor Framework be enough for the DUP? Mr Smyth described Declan as an excellent journalist and presenter who is already known to the audiences. UTV weatherman and U105 presenter Frank Mitchell lives in Dunmurry, outside Belfast, with his wife Helena. Its never been more important and I take the responsibility seriously. In Northern Ireland, for instance, almost nine in 10 adults (88%) on average used BBC TV/iplayer, radio or online each week. DCI John Caldwell: The New IRA threat after Omagh shooting, The Firm: Inside Lurgan and Portadowns cross-community crime gang. Geoff Maskell, who is originally from England, lives in south Belfast with his wife, Susie. What makes a serial killer and why are we fascinated by them? Will very much miss your professionalism and credibility on our screens. Last year, Ms Traynor had a three-month absence from TV screens but returned at the start of 2021. 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. She also worked at BBC Radio Ulster as a Traffic and Travel presenter. Our team will deliver a more frequent weather service across radio, television and on-line. Wed 15 Mar 2023 21:00. BBC Northern Ireland said his published pay varied each year, depending on when payments for work completed were actually made. [5][6] BBC Newsline also introduced teletext subtitles for deaf viewers upon its launch. 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. "One of the biggest challenges for me in all this is that we're now working from home part of the time, which is something I've never done before. . BBC Northern Ireland has had significant changes to its presenter line-up in recent years following a shake-up of its schedules and programmes. Frank Mitchell broadcaster and journalist is currently a weather presenter on UTV Live and a presenter on the radio station U105. For the TV we're in the studio but for our radio slots on Good Morning Ulster and Evening Extra, we're at home. There have also been record numbers of users for BBC iPlayer, BBC Sounds and BBC News online. "I think when all of this is over there will be a rude awakening for society in terms of employment plans and systems. "Everyone's having to think of new ways of doing things. For the latest breaking news straight to your inbox, sign up for our newsletter here. Up until the launch of Today in Northern Ireland, a networked topical magazine programme, Ulster Mirror, had been broadcast every fortnight since Friday 26 November 1954. Ms Traynor, 56, is one of the most familiar faces on local television. Mr Harvey will begin his new role early in the new year. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Gary Lineker was again the BBC's best-paid star but his pay from the licence fee fell to 1.36m in 2020-21 - down from about 1.75m the previous year. 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. The amount of time on average adults watched the BBC on TV each week rose to about seven and a half hours, up from under seven hours in 2019-20. Barra also says he is trying to keep himself fit by taking his dog for walks. RT and BBC broadcaster Audrey Carville tweeted: "Really sorry to read this Donna. The 57-year-old is usually a keen walker, but says he has restricted his exercise to stick as closely as he can to the Government's lockdown guidelines. "We had beds built with nothing in them, so we were able to plant them. Donna initially worked with RT when she began her broadcasting career, before making the move to BBC NI in 1989. Born in Dundonald, Tina Campbell was a reporter and newsreader for Downtown Radio. 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. Joined the BBC in 1989 and is anchor of BBC Newsline. Corporate event host. 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". The annual report estimates that the BBC earned 99m in licence fee income from Northern Ireland in 2020-21, up from 93m in 2019-20. Today in Northern Ireland was replaced on 17 September 1962 by a 20-minute programme initially known as Six O'Clock. The new Irish Sea Border: What does it mean? Tara's first article was printed in Twinkle Magazine when she was 7. "And even though we might not be able to go out and enjoy it as much as we usually do, hearing what the weather is doing, especially if it's good news, makes a welcome difference from all the very sad stuff we're hearing all the time at the minute. Ms Traynor began her career in broadcasting at RT before joining the BBC in 1989. Her work on Children in Need made her one of BBC Northern Ireland's best-known faces. 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. In five years or a decade I think it will be commonplace to have people at home. "Usually there are lots of people in the building, but now there's hardly anyone. However, his published salary may vary each year depending on when he is actually paid by the BBC for programmes he has presented. "The whole experience has been a very strong reminder of how important friends and social contact are. BBC Northern Ireland has announced Donegal-born presenter Declan Harvey has been appointed as the new Newsline presenter. "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. 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. 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. 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. The following month, it was announced that Tara Mills and Declan Harvey will alternate as main anchors of BBC Newsline and the BBC Radio Ulster drivetime news programme, Evening Extra. "I was quite nervous initially. In 2020-21 the pay gap between men and women was 5.2%, down from 6.2% in 2019-20. His work also includes the popular BBC NI podcast Year 21, which he has presented and produced alongside Ms Mills across this centenary year. The pay of BBC presenter Stephen Nolan increased by up to 15,000 to more than 405,000 in 2020-21. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Christine uncovers a hidden world of autistic women who, like her, have been ignored. "It's usually so convenient to get back and forth, and it is a bit frustrating that we now have this inability to do what we could do with ease just a couple of months ago. All I have to do is remind people of the rules, and I'll happily take every opportunity to do that. There could be a tax allowance to encourage it, or an environmental benefit. "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. It is not the first time the BBC has been embroiled in disputes surrounding its on-air presenting talent. I could go out on a 10-mile walk, but that's not right at the minute. Last year four of Radio Ulster's best-known news presenters stepped down from their roles. "As someone galloping through life, one group of people I think deserve immense praise are the young people who love to be out and about socialising and meeting people. "This time we cooked the dinner, delivered it round everyone's doorsteps and ate together on a Zoom call. [5] and contributed to a UTV documentary on the Ulster Hospital in 2007. Leading the tributes was fellow. "At home my little studio is a duvet propped up over four chairs, with me sitting underneath it. He joined BBC Northern Ireland in 1989. . "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. Our team will deliver a more frequent weather service across radio, television and on-line. 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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. Four of BBC News NI's longest serving journalists have accepted voluntary redundancy packages to leave the broadcaster. Breathe in and enjoy it.". Wendy Austin also stepped down from presenting the weekly programme Inside Business. One of the BBC's best-known and longest-serving presenters . It also could have resulted from her no longer being the first choice as presenter for BBC Newsline, it was claimed. "Since lockdown began, I have barely any contact with anyone at work. 2023 BBC. How to buy Eurovision 2023 tickets and how much do they cost? The details are contained in the BBC's latest annual report for 2020-21, which gives the salaries of its top earning stars. Age / How old / Birthday / Date of Birth / DOB. This page has been archived and is no longer updated. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Read about our approach to external linking. With that in mind she's just about to launch a new six-part . BBC Northern Ireland news presenter Donna Traynor has left the corporation after 33 years amid ongoing employment tribunal proceedings. Donna Traynor is reportedly taking action against BBC Northern Ireland for alleged age discrimination. 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. In 2020/21, across the UK, the BBC was used by 90% of adults and 80% of young adults on average per week. 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