Meryl was born in Nairobi, Kenya and educated in South Africa. In 1950, she began her radio career in the South African Broadcasting Corporation, based in Johannesburg and Cape Town.
…Woodall, Corbet
Corbet was born in Hampshire. He was a scholar at Eton College.
…Tomlinson, Peter
Peter was born in Bristol. He began his broadcasting career in 1965, whilst still a student at Oxford University, covering home matches played by Swindon Town FC for the BBC’s Home Service South West. He broadcast live a short report from the linen cupboard of the Goddard Arms Hotel in Swindon!
…Warm tributes to Jon Snow as he bids farewell to Channel 4 News
Veteran journalist Jon Snow signed off for the final time tonight on Channel 4 News – a programme he has presented since 1989.
…Donna Traynor resigns from BBC Northern Ireland with immediate effect
One of BBC Northern Ireland’s longest-serving TV presenters, Donna Traynor, has announced on social media that she has resigned from the corporation, with immediate effect.
…Stewart White leaves the BBC after 37 years
Longstanding Look East presenter Stewart White took colleagues and viewers by surprise tonight by announcing live on air that he was leaving the BBC after 37 years.
…Frank Mitchell and Ken Reid depart UTV
Long-standing UTV presenters, Frank Mitchell and Ken Reid today retired from their respective roles with the station.
…Gaynor Barnes and John Shires exit ITV News Calendar
Gaynor Barnes and John Shires have presented their final edition of ITV News Calendar.
…Simon McCoy leaves the BBC after 17-and-a-half years
Simon McCoy has made his final appearance as a BBC News presenter.
…Twining, Sasha
Sasha was born in Yorkshire. She is a presenter, journalist, conference host and facilitator. She began her career in radio and worked as a DJ for several years at various local and regional radio stations, including BBC Radio Solent.
…Dickson, Peter
Peter was born in Belfast. His name and face may not be as familiar as his voice, which has featured in some of the biggest UK TV entertainment shows.
…Carter, Jilly
Jilly was born in Widnes. She graduated from London University with a degree in English, French and history of art.
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