"I'm doing a good bit of exercise though, so it's not too bad. Barra also says he is trying to keep himself fit by taking his dog for walks. 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. 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. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. The report also reveals that the pay of BBC Northern Ireland director Peter Johnston remained the same as in 2019-20 after previous rises. However, the proportion of BBC's network television budget spent in Northern Ireland fell dramatically last year. He joined BBC Northern Ireland in 1989. Updated 7th Oct 2020, 6:06pm. He had previously had pay rises of about 20,000 a year in the two years up to 2019-20. "The first thing I'll do when this is over is go to see my mum where she lives in Nottinghamshire. 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. Author Ryan Wilson said Ms Traynor "has been the face of news in Northern Ireland for most of my life". "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. 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. She has a brother Gav Campbell, who is the lead singer and guitarist from the band Phoenix23. Barra Best (38) has built a makeshift studio at his north Belfast home, where he lives with his partner. 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. [1] Although Noel Thompson[3][4] and Lynda Bryans[3] were the original choice of presenters, Thompson was later dropped causing Bryans to resign and move to UTV. 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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. "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. Joined the BBC in 1989 and is anchor of BBC Newsline. It's a nice way to stay in touch. BBC Newsline, BBC Broadcasting House, Ormeau Avenue, Belfast BT2 8HQ. "It's making the best of a bad situation. 2023 BBC. "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. 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. Take care.. "I love walking, hill walking especially, but I think it's wrong to carry on doing that. "You never want to sound like the fun police, but we've got a responsibility too. Sarah started at BBC Radio Foyle in 1995 before moving to the Belfast newsroom in 1997. Julian is BBC Newsline's Reporter in the West. "Working from home was a bit strange at first because I've never really done it. Presenter: Christine McGuinness . Ms Traynor received well-wishes and support from viewers and colleagues following her resignation announcement. In Northern Ireland, for instance, almost nine in 10 adults (88%) on average used BBC TV/iplayer, radio or online each week. He joined BBC Northern Ireland in 1989. . "I'm keeping in touch with my family on Facetime and things like that. According to the BBC he will begin his new role early in the new year. One of the positives from my point of view is that I'm getting to know my neighbours. It also could have resulted from her no longer being the first choice as presenter for BBC Newsline, it was claimed. What makes a serial killer and why are we fascinated by them? "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. 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. 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. He earned between 405,000 and 409,999 from the BBC licence fee in 2020-21, the broadcaster said. 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. The launch of the national Six O'Clock News led to Scene Around Six being relaunched as Inside Ulster in September 1984. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Textphone 63399 l E-mail: [email protected]. "Everyone's having to think of new ways of doing things. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. The payments were made for attending . There were reports that managers at Broadcasting House in Ormeau Avenue had planned to move her to its radio bulletins rota. [4], She is married to John Paul Ballantine, with whom she has three children, Charlotte, Sophie and Ben. It means there are no echoes and it works really well. "I think it could make people more in tune with their families, and families more in tune with the work demands they're facing rather than this tradition we've become used to of people leaving their homes at 7.30am and being gone all day. It is understood however that Ms Traynor is leaving following a dispute with BBC management in Belfast over plans to alter her working terms. Will the Windsor Framework be enough for the DUP? Broadcast. BBC NI's head of news Adam Smyth said Mr Harvey brought considerable experience to the role. Last year four of Radio Ulster's best-known news presenters stepped down from their roles. 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. 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The addition of Mr Harvey followsthe shock departure ofBBC NI presenter Donn Traynor, who quit her post at the corporation after 33 years last month. 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. The BBC has committed to spending more of its network TV budget in Northern Ireland in future in a funding partnership with NI Screen. BBC NI Newsline Presenter. "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.". "Vitamin D and sunshine are still vital, so we've got to get the tone right. His career has also included stints reporting for Classic FM, Heart and Capital FM. 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BBC presenter Donna Traynor has quit with immediate effect, after almost 33 years with the broadcaster. Geoff Maskell, who is originally from England, lives in south Belfast with his wife, Susie. Nicola Weir is fiercely proud of her Ballymena roots. There could be a tax allowance to encourage it, or an environmental benefit. Read about our approach to external linking. "I am keeping busy. Linzi highlights the skills required to be a successful News Presenter and Journalist at BBC Northern Ireland =====Make It is the BBC Nor. "I think now a lot of employers will notice there are massive savings to be made from people working from home. Tara's first article was printed in Twinkle Magazine when she was 7. He has presented BBC Newsline for the last ten years, and also hosts the weekly politics programme. 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. 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. I'm doing my whole radio show from home because I have the technology to do that. Weve been in this newsroom together for a very long time. "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. Watch: Peter Crouch sings the Fields of Athenry with Liverpool fans in Dublin pub, Watch: TikToker goes viral with simple 'hack' for hammering nails into the wall. 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. The BBC drama, Normal People, was also streamed more than 63m times on BBC iPlayer in 2020. The launch of the national Six O'Clock News led to Scene Around Six being relaunched as Inside Ulster in September 1984. "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.". [2][3], Tina Campbell joined UTV as a continuity announcer in 1994[3] before moving to the newsroom in 1997. 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 Mr Harvey will begin his new role early in the new year. 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This page has been archived and is no longer updated. The programme's first presenters were political editor Jim Dougal and reporter Yvette Shapiro. BBC One except Northern Ireland . 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. I think it's possible we're living through some of the solutions to problems we really need to figure out. 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. Last year four of Radio Ulster's best-known news . It was just the lift everybody needed. For the latest breaking news straight to your inbox, sign up for our newsletter here. "I'm coping okay with it all, although it is strange. If youve got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the Metro.co.uk entertainment team by emailing us [email protected], calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page wed love to hear from you. "I know lots of people are working from home at the minute so I almost feel a bit more connected with the audience in some ways, because it's as if they're a bit more forgiving if it's not quite a perfect broadcast. Technology freaks me out until I have a go at it, but once I had a couple of runs through I was grand. His salary again puts him among the BBC's highest earning on-air presenters. Its never been more important and I take the responsibility seriously. "One of them ordered an inflatable hot tub, which was brilliant. He started work at BBC News NI as a senior reporter in 2017 and has co-presented Evening Extra since April 2020. 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. The 56-year-old journalist, who presented BBC Northern Ireland Newsline, made the . 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. However, his published salary may vary each year depending on when he is actually paid by the BBC for programmes he has presented. Viewers from the Republic of Ireland with a Sky subscription can also watch on Sky channel 141. 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. "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. 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Donna Traynor is reportedly taking action against BBC Northern Ireland for alleged age discrimination. Mr Harvey described being delighted at taking on the BBC Newsline role. Husband / Spouse / Wedding & Marriage / Partner / Dating. 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. Make a cup of coffee and sit on the step outside. "I think it's proved that people can work from home. Julian O'Neill is one of BBC Newsline's reporters. There have also been record numbers of users for BBC iPlayer, BBC Sounds and BBC News online. In 2020/21, across the UK, the BBC was used by 90% of adults and 80% of young adults on average per week. "I think employers might think more creatively about how they run their workforces. A source told the newspaper Ms Traynor regarded the plans as unacceptable. She parted company with UTV in early 2013 and is currently a newscaster on BBC Radio Ulster and BBC Newsline. 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. They are . Get the latest Northern Irish news from BBC Northern Ireland: breaking news, analysis, features and debate plus audio and video coverage on topical issues from around Northern Ireland. "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'. Mr . 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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. As of 2023, she is around 52 years old. "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. 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 [5] and contributed to a UTV documentary on the Ulster Hospital in 2007. 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. How to buy Eurovision 2023 tickets and how much do they cost? [10] Harvey joined the programme in early 2022. This page has been archived and is no longer updated. "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. Frank Mitchell broadcaster and journalist is currently a weather presenter on UTV Live and a presenter on the radio station U105. Wishing you well.". We're starting to look up and notice things - planes in the sky and the birdsong. This may have included the presenter being asked to work on BBC Radio Ulster shows such as Evening Extra. 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. For the TV we're in the studio but for our radio slots on Good Morning Ulster and Evening Extra, we're at home. However, the BBC later changed its policy in 1996 and required television presenters to wear poppies. Mr Harvey will be a familiar presence on screen, already acting as a regular newsreader on the BBC TV bulletins. 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. 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. New IRA powerbase just 20 miles away so why didnt intelligence flag possible attack? You are a great journalist. 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. "I'm trying to pick the quiet times and I'm sticking to the social distancing rules as much as I can. Ms Traynor, 56, is one of the most familiar faces on local television. He also presented the documentary Did A Serial Killer Murder My Sister? Wendy Austin also stepped down from presenting the weekly programme Inside Business. You get a bit of a backlash from grump heads on Twitter, but the vast majority of people are sticking to it brilliantly. The oldest female national news presenter in the UK - Northern Ireland journalist Maxine Mawhinney - has announced she's leaving the BBC after 20 years. Born in Dundonald, Tina Campbell was a reporter and newsreader for Downtown Radio. "For people really going through it, and others living in an apartment or townhouse without much space, it won't be easy. which was recognised at the New York Festivals Radio Awards 2019. He earned between 195,000 and 199,999 in 2020-21. UTV weatherman and U105 presenter Frank Mitchell lives in Dunmurry, outside Belfast, with his wife Helena. 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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. BBC Northern Ireland has had significant changes to its presenter line-up in recent years following a shake-up of its schedules and programmes. [8] In 2008, she presented two series of UTV's topical debate show Late and Live. However, the BBC said it had reduced spending on its top stars by 10% during the year. "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. 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. "Donna was always a great colleague, very professional and a totally decent person," she tweeted. 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