"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. If you've got a microphone and a platform, you've got a platform to get that important message out there on behalf of NHS frontline staff, the nurses and doctors, the hospital cleaners who are doing such vital work. She lives in Ballyhackamore, east Belfast, with her partner Simon Flanagan and black labrador Pedro. BBC News NI journalist Declan Harvey has been appointed as a new presenter on BBC Newsline. BBC Northern Ireland has announced Donegal-born presenter Declan Harvey has been appointed as the new Newsline presenter. "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'. He earned between 195,000 and 199,999 in 2020-21. "I'm also doing a quiz on a Sunday night on my Facebook page to break up the monotony. He joined BBC Northern Ireland in 1989. . "In terms of exercise, I'm sticking to the garden. Geoff Maskell, who is originally from England, lives in south Belfast with his wife, Susie. Read about our approach to external linking. Barra Best (38) has built a makeshift studio at his north Belfast home, where he lives with his partner. Last year four of Radio Ulster's best-known news presenters stepped down from their roles. Will very much miss your professionalism and credibility on our screens. However, the BBC later changed its policy in 1996 and required television presenters to wear poppies. "It's difficult, though. Both Mr Harvey and Tara Mills have also presented the 'Year 21' podcast, marking key events and themes around Northern Ireland's centenary year. The 49-year-old BBC NI weatherman is doing an online course about tackling climate change and believes the coronavirus outbreak could have a lasting impact on how people work in the future. "It feels like the fact we're all human and trying our best in difficult circumstances is coming to the fore a bit more, and you're seeing and hearing it more and more with kids, or in my case animals, in the background. Its never been more important and I take the responsibility seriously. "These are the things that for so long we haven't noticed because we've been moving so fast we've taken them for granted. She has a brother Gav Campbell, who is the lead singer and guitarist from the band Phoenix23. There have also been record numbers of users for BBC iPlayer, BBC Sounds and BBC News online. His career has also included stints reporting for Classic FM, Heart and Capital FM. The BBC has committed to spending more of its network TV budget in Northern Ireland in future in a funding partnership with NI Screen. 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. The official Facebook page for BBC Newsline, BBC Northern Ireland's TV news programme. 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. 2023 BBC. A BBC spokesman said: "We do not comment on individual staff matters.". Campbell attended Strathearn Grammar School and Bangor Girls' High School[10] and went on to study English at Queen's University, Belfast, and journalism. "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. We were supposed to have a trip to the Canary Islands and then we planned to go to Donegal, but the night before we were due to set off bright and early, Leo Varadkar made all the changes in the south, so that plan was off. 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. As Richard Chambers wrote: So sorry to see this Donna. "My job is simple. "I'm coping okay with it all, although it is strange. 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What makes a serial killer and why are we fascinated by them? "I think it's proved that people can work from home. As the BBC UK regional TV on satellite service is broadcast unencrypted, it is possible to receive BBC Newsline anywhere in Europe using an appropriate receiver. What makes a serial killer and why are we fascinated by them? 7th Oct 2020, 5:40pm - 4 min read. [4] She hosted the 1997 and 1998 series of What Next? BBC Northern Ireland news presenter Donna Traynor has left the corporation after 33 years amid ongoing employment tribunal proceedings. The new Irish Sea Border: What does it mean? However, the proportion of BBC's network television budget spent in Northern Ireland fell dramatically last year. The current BBC Newsline brand was introduced on 12 February 1996 when the main evening programme returned to a 6.30pm timeslot. "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. Best wishes and look forward to seeing your work again soon!. Will the Windsor Framework be enough for the DUP? "Working from home was a bit strange at first because I've never really done it. This page has been archived and is no longer updated. All I have to do is remind people of the rules, and I'll happily take every opportunity to do that. Sarah started at BBC Radio Foyle in 1995 before moving to the Belfast newsroom in 1997. Presenter: Christine McGuinness . Tina Campbell (born 1971) is a Northern Irish television presenter and journalist.She parted company with UTV in early 2013 and is currently a newscaster on BBC Radio Ulster and BBC Newsline.. Broadcasting career. "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. He has presented BBC Newsline for the last ten years, and also hosts the weekly politics programme. 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". BBC weather presenter Carol Kirkwood's fianc is policeman and divorced dad MailOnline can reveal identity of Steve Randall, 47, 13 years Ms Kirkwood's junior By Stuart Pink and Vivek Chaudhary "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. Requests for news on iPlayer, for example, were up by more than 85% year-on-year in 2020. Declan Harvey joins his Evening Extra co-presenter Tara Mills on the Newsline team, Harry and Meghan told to 'vacate' Frogmore Cottage, Explosive found in check-in luggage at US airport, UN to ignore remarks of India guru's fictional country, Whiskey fungus forces Jack Daniels to stop construction, Aboriginal spears taken in 1770 to return to Sydney, Rare Jurassic-era bug found at Arkansas Walmart, Messages reveal battle over Covid school policy. Wendy Austin also stepped down from presenting the weekly programme Inside Business. 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. "I'm keeping in touch with my family on Facetime and things like that. "I'm trying to pick the quiet times and I'm sticking to the social distancing rules as much as I can. Make a cup of coffee and sit on the step outside. Read about our approach to external linking. BBC Northern Ireland news presenter Donna Traynor has left the corporation after 33 years amid ongoing employment tribunal proceedings. The corporation faced a backlash in 2019 over the axing of presenter Sean Coyle from his weekday morning Radio Ulster slot. We use a number of different Social Media outlets to manage extra content that can set cookies on your device and collect data about your activity. "The whole experience has been a very strong reminder of how important friends and social contact are. "The first thing I'll do when this is over is go to see my mum where she lives in Nottinghamshire. 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. "But right now of course we just can't do it. On Tuesday 7 May 1985, the programme was moved to an earlier timeslot of 5.35pm. 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. It is understood however that Ms Traynor is leaving following a dispute with BBC management in Belfast over plans to alter her working terms. Ms Traynor received well-wishes and support from viewers and colleagues following her resignation announcement. The 56-year-old journalist, who presented BBC Northern Ireland Newsline, made the . 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 . "One of them ordered an inflatable hot tub, which was brilliant. We're going into the building for the TV weather, but all the radio is being done from home and everyone has had to create their own bespoke studios at home. "Without a doubt our saving grace over the last few weeks was finding a nursery that was still delivering, so we were able to get a big delivery, which has kept us busy and ticking over with something to do. 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. For the latest breaking news straight to your inbox, sign up for our newsletter here. Ms Traynor, 56, is one of the most familiar faces on local television. 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". "It's making the best of a bad situation. Last year, Ms Traynor had a three-month absence from TV screens but returned at the start of 2021. 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