She is now the team's reporter for Dumfries and Galloway. ), In May 1960, the Independent Television Authority (ITA) invited applicants to provide the ITV service for the Borders region an area that covered the English counties of Westmorland and Cumberland, the south of Scotland and later, the Isle of Man. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Mr Myers started his career with BBC Radio Cumbria in 1980 and presented for other stations including BBC Radio Tees. Big #Eurovision2023 news! Very rarely there are people who do both at the same time such as Jack Hargreaves from Southern Television and Brian Connell from Anglia, one . 1.Luxmy Gopal 2.Storm Huntley 3.Helen Skelton 4.Nazaneen Ghaffar 5.Ria Chatterjee 6.Angela Scanlon 7.Keeley Donovan 8.Sian Welby 9.Laura Hamilton 10.Sarah Keith-Lucas Outside of work Catherine enjoys crosswords and exploring new places with her family. He later undertook a review of the BBC's music and local radio operations. Take a look at the safety measures we've put in place for this to happen - @PamRoyleITV explains. The popular Carlisle-based television station launched in September, 1961. . It is important that we continue to promote these adverts as our local businesses need as much support as possible during these challenging times. On 25 September 2008, Ofcom gave ITV the go ahead to merge the Border and Tyne Tees operations from early in 2009. Equally at home in the studio or on location, she is an accomplished and multiskilled journalist who often. He went on to . [3], Prior to this, the ITA had moved away from the idea of satellite stations (companies owned by distant management as seen with Southern Television in the south of England) towards companies that had strong local ownership. ITV Border was also required to reopen its former opt-out service for southern Scotland, previously used to broadcast split news bulletins and select STV programming. "We started this about a year ago, and I now feel about 100% better about my own body from doing this," says Jenny. ITV Border's own regional news service ceased production on Tuesday 24 February 2009, replaced by a dual-regional service the next day. "Scottish Radio turns up takeover heat" David Teather Media business correspondent. ITV Border TV presenters (1961 present). "A lot of the stories we heard we only found out because we did the podcast," adds Kat. There is always something exciting going on. India said: "Being trans was something I struggled with for many years, and caused me a lot of stress. [14] By May 1995, Grampian had bought out Border's stake in the company. In 2008, the United Kingdom began its five-year programme to cease analogue television broadcasts as part of the switchover to Digital television starting with Border. Sharuna loves nothing better than to turn her ideas into original, compelling content. Stars: Andy Ruffell, Ronald Stebenne. When describing working at Border, Paul says "it's the close relationship we have with the local communities that makes us special. Whiteley presented the regional BBC One programme Inside Out East until it was cancelled in 2020. "During the week, I lived as India in Newcastle and every weekend Id go back to Carlisle, wearing jeans and a football shirt to see my boy.". The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused. Paul Bell joined the team in 2011 as planning editor, in charge of sourcing and setting up the stories you see on the programme. The 50-year-old ITV Lookaround presenter revealed she wanted to come clean to viewers and colleagues but was frightened of a possible backlash. "I remember in our newsroom when transsexual people featured in the news and it was considered a joke. If you have a story suggestion email entertainment.news@bbc.co.uk. He started his media career in , Colin was a continuity announcer for ABC Television, TWW (Television Wales and the West) in 1958, , Russell moved to Channel TV from the Chrysalis Group in London where he had been newsreading on , Derek was an in-vision announcer and for a time, director of programmes at Border Television, as , Lesley was an in-vision continuity announcer and newsreader at Border Television (1980s) and also at , Fiona began her career as a reporter/presenter for Border Television in the early 1980s before , Susanna is a former Wave FM (Blackpool) journalist who moved to Border Television as an in-vision , Tim was one of the main anchors of Border TVs Lookaround news programme, from 1997. This was ahead of MPs meeting with industry regulator Ofcom.[6]. A FORMER Borders newsreader quit her job to embark on asecret double life - living as both a man and a woman in two different cities. A man in his 20s has been taken to hospital in Bristol after a serious crash near the Gloucestershire border with Wales. In another one, with the same sequence against a backdrop of spinning discs and blue and purple colours. They also asked a former Miss Sheffield in her late 20s how she felt about her body, with Jenny revealing: "She absolutely loves the idea of her fake breasts.". If you have a complaint about the editorial content which relates to I tried to resist it but it became exhausting. The sub-regional service for southern Scotland was also closed. Follow Fiona on Facebook www.facebook.com/FionaMarleyPaterson or Twitter @fmarleypaterson. A service was held in Carlisle Cathedral ahead of a private . If you have a complaint about the editorial content which relates to Television Centre, Carlisle. He was also , Sue was a continuity announcer at Border (1988 1995). [10] Graham hired Melvyn Bragg to present new programming. Published 19 February 2013. So I helped to create one of the first independent TV and video production companies, to assist businesses and public bodies with the complex challenges of communications. "Every woman has said, within five minutes of us talking 'you forget you're naked'," laughs Jenny, adding that everyone said they found the experience incredibly "positive". Both regional services (I.e ITV News Tyne Tees and Lookaround) utilise exactly the same presenter(s) and studio/set, therefore one of the two programmes - depending on the day's news - is pre-recorded 'as live' shortly before broadcast.[2]. The Edinburgh bureau produces the southern Scotland political programme, Representing Border. The whole effect was to make Border have an authoritative and broadcaster tone. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused. Rate this. 3; BBC sets date for breakfast television. One interviewee, Julia, spoke about her weight going up and down her whole life. A sub-regional service for the south of Scotland was reintroduced in January 2014. On 5 September 1994, the logo was updated into a 3D version, this ident features a 3D Border logo falling into place against an icy-cold cyan backdrop, which was set to the same as 1989 ITV Generic theme, and it remained for nearly 12 months until 31 August 1995. All short bulletins including daytime and weekend updates are now exclusive to the Border region, however with the minutage decreased. Raymond Snoddy Media Editor. The news service is produced and broadcast from studios at The Watermark, Gateshead with reporters also based at offices in Carlisle and Edinburgh. Paying tribute on Twitter, the BBC's Jeremy Vine said Mr Myers was one of the "friendliest, funniest people in the radio industry" with a "deep passion" for the medium. Following a survey of Isle of Man viewers in autumn 2008,[25] coverage of the Isle of Man was transferred from ITV Border to ITV Granada on Thursday 16 July 2009. "It really surprised me - I thought, 'we're sitting with strong, powerful intelligent, funny women' but I heard just how many negative things they've said to themselves. Before joining Border, Peter was with 'The Scotsman' since 2005, working across the Scottish Government and Business briefs before rising to the rank of Deputy Editor. To this day we are a live events, video and production house focused on clients who we have served for many years. Unlike some of the new ITV stations at the time, Border constructed a purpose-built studio centre, located in Brunel Way, Carlisle. When describing working at ITV Border, David says he "likes the chaos of news.". 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Initially producing short evening bulletins and a topical magazine programme called Focus, Lookaround would become the station's flagship daily programme later on in the decade. Movies. Right from the start, it proved such a hit that the BBC made it part of the schedules and it continued for many years after I left. Tom told listeners he would like to know what can be done to "make the system fairer" in the rental market. Discover Ian Payne's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. So I would be a bit laddish to hide my true feelings. Saturday, 4th March 2023See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. Following the merger of ITV Border's service with that of ITV Tyne Tees, the Border studios were closed and demolished in 2010. At conservative gathering, Trump is still the favourite. During its first year of operation, Border made a profit unlike other regional companies in their initial year, and by its second year, it had covered its launch costs, due mainly to a 60% audience penetration[3] in an area that, at the time, was largely ignored by the BBC. [13] Then Lookaround presenters Tim Backshall and Helen Carnell were redeployed as a news reporter and early presenter respectively. The popular Carlisle-based television station launched in September, 1961. Journalist and broadcaster Michael Rodd was a familiar face on TV in the 70s when he presented childrens film quiz Screen Test (1970-78) and the science and technology series Tomorrows World (1972-82). The second option was to enforce ITV Border to broadcast 90 minutes a week of non-news programming, including programming from STV. Full late night bulletins on weeknights, following, This page was last edited on 25 January 2023, at 22:57. Comments have been closed on this article. Peter is one of Scotland's most experienced political journalists with a wealth of experience in covering Westminster and Holyrood. But at the time, I thought I looked fat or ugly or not quite right. I still chair conferences and encourage debate and discussion. One day I will be doing a story about Sellafield the next about a Roman Dig in Maryport. Border finally adopted an animated ident on 1 September 1989 when they adopted the ITV Generic look and used it until 5 September 1993. Melvyn Bragg went on to become deputy chairman of Border Television in 1985 and its chairman in 1990. Comments have been closed on this article. This website and associated newspapers adhere to the Independent Press Standards Organisation's Karen is a former Border Television continuity announcer. From clockwise: Rob MacLean, Hazel Irvine, Jock Brown, Dougie. Matthew has covered stories from the demise of the mills in Langholm to Queen of the South's record-breaking 2012 season, to reporting from America on the Lockerbie bombing case. From tonight, Amy will be joining Ian Payne to present. Australia thrashed India by nine wickets in the third Test match of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy on Friday. And for Jenny and Kat, it has been life-changing. Samantha Parker joined ITV Border as west Cumbria reporter in May 2010. [7], More industrial problems were to follow in November 1982 when Border closed for a month in a dispute over new technology, which ended only after letters asking for an improvement in industrial relations were withdrawn. Mr Myers was born in Carlisle and became a leading figure in the radio industry - setting up stations, advising the government and winning awards. Please report any comments that break our rules. [27] The bespoke local programming is not seen in Cumbria, where network programming continues to air. If you are dissatisfied with the response provided you can Clive was a long-serving Border Television continuity announcer and also programme presenter, from , Mark is a former freelance continuity announcer for Border TV (late-1990s). On 23 May 2012, ITV announced proposals for further changes on its regional news programming, with "some content replaced with aggregate of news from several regions" and an expansion in sub-regional coverage. Ryan says "working at ITV Border is never boring. Financial and industrial problems began to hit the company during the 1970s a fall in net profits to just 13,587, led to job losses and a cut in programme production in September 1975. ". It is important that we continue to promote these adverts as our local businesses need as much support as possible during these challenging times. [26][27][28] ITV Border still serves the northern portions of the Isle of Man to this day. Can Nigeria's election result be overturned? Also learn how He earned most of networth at the age of 52 years old? He has filmed major events such as the Derrick Bird shootings and the Leanne Smith trial in Spain. Why Alex Murdaugh was spared the death penalty, Why Trudeau is facing calls for a public inquiry, The shocking legacy of the Dutch 'Hunger Winter'. TV Shows. India Willoughby, formerly known as Jonathan, made the revelation after completing her sex change operation last month. VideoRussian minister laughed at for Ukraine war claims, The children left behind in Cuba's mass exodus, Snow, Fire and Lights: Photos of the Week. I didnt have the talent to become a professional singer-songwriter but I kept going and began looking more and more towards television. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. In September 2013, Lookaround was restored as a full half-hour programme on weekdays with shorter daytime and weekend bulletins reintroduced during the month. [7][8], Following a survey of Isle of Man viewers in autumn 2008,[9] coverage of the Isle of Man was transferred from ITV Border to ITV Granada in July 2009. Tomorrow's World host Michael Rodd POPULAR TV presenter Michael Rodd opens up about his career, his obsession with music and fellow Tomorrow's World presenters, Judith Hann and Maggie. Border also to use the same in-vision continuity again. The then remaining sub-regional elements were: On 14 January 2013, the news service was relaunched and rebranded as ITV News Lookaround. On 23 July 2013, OFCOM announced it had approved the second option of Scottish non-news programming. Matthew most enjoys working at ITV Border because "it has maintained its role in the heart of the community and its something that is still cherished by locals.". Whiteley presented the regional BBC One programme Inside Out East until it was cancelled in 2020. It worked out so well that Border gave me a job in the newsroom and I worked my way up to reporting, presenting and producing bulletins. "Her weight started creeping up and up and she hit 15 stone and said 'This is a man's weight, this is strong, it's ok for me to be a man's weight'," says Kat. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. "But through speaking to these women and hearing their achievements, this shared conversation made me go, whatever we tell ourselves we can do, we can be positive, we can help ourselves, we can help other people.". Can Nigeria's election result be overturned? The clip shows Hutchinson sat next to his ITV presenters as a news segment about Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream - a play which famously includes a character named Bottom - comes to an end. [13], The following August, Border began to use the opt-out service to provide split coverage of sports and occasional political programming. She was speaking in her capacity as a novelist, rather than as a television presenter. Main presenter at ITV Tyne Tees and Border alongside Ian Payne. The former BBC Radio Cumbria and Border TV presenter's death was announced by his son on social media. More info. "One of the funniest was 'foof'," she says with a roar of laughter. Actress Isabelle Jarrett arrived at Queens Cross in 1983 she had worked for Border Television as an announcer/newsreader before joing Grampian. Astrid Kirchherr: The woman who gave The Beatles their style. Outside of work David enjoys spending time on his motorbike, fell walking and watching wildlife. McHardy, Anne. Insight returns 21 February Watch Tuesday 8:30pm AEDT or with SBS On Demand. She was on the verge of suicide when she quit broadcasting to work as a glamorous female PR executive in Newcastle on weekdays, before driving 60 miles home to Carlisle at weekends, where she would resume the role of Jonathan. From then on, Border only used network designs for idents; as from 28 October 2002, Border idents featuring a celebrity with the ITV1 logo with the word Border underneath were used for local programming only. Outside of work Ryan enjoys playing rugby and cricket and reading. Isabelle left the station in 1984 and has appeared in Taggart, Take The High Road, Dr Findlay, Two Thousand Acres of Sky and many theatre productions. Those ads you do see are predominantly from local businesses promoting local services. Granada Television and ABC Weekend Television had laid a claim to providing service via Caldbeck whilst Scottish Television expressed a strong interest in Selkirk. Fiona Marley Paterson joined ITV Border in July 2013 as South Lakes reporter. The daring duo were keen to explore issues surrounding body image and nudity for their podcast, which is released by BBC Radio Sheffield, where they are both reporters. "To my shame, I would join in because I had a fear that people could see through the act I was putting on. Video, Russian minister laughed at for Ukraine war claims, US-made cheese can be called 'gruyere' - court, AOC under investigation for Met Gala dress, Saving Private Ryan actor Tom Sizemore dies at 61, The children left behind in Cuba's exodus, Walkie Talkie architect Rafael Violy dies aged 78, 'Sonic boom' heard as RAF jets escort plane, Alex Murdaugh's legal troubles are far from over. Myers, John 2nd June 2019 in Talent Profiles John was born in Carlisle. On 26 September 2008, Ofcom authorised ITV's plans to save 40m a year by making regional programming cutbacks. He joined ITV Border in 1984 and has worked as an electrician, sound recordist and cameraman. Registered in England & Wales | 01676637 |. joe lombardi son. [29] From mid-March 2015, the split Border Scotland service became available to satellite viewers, replacing Border (England) in the relevant area.[30]. From March 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, ITV Tyne Tees & Border services were impacted. [14], ITV Tyne Tees & Border was formed on 25 February 2009, with Lookaround and North East Tonight titles retained for the 6pm programme and late bulletin each weekday, whilst shorter bulletins were known simply as Tyne Tees & Border News.[16][17]. Derek Batey, Border TV's Assistant Controller of Programmes, became the frontman for one of ITV's most popular daytime quiz shows of the 1970s and early 1980s, Mr. and Mrs.. (A separate version of Mr. and Mrs. was also produced by HTV at the same time.) [6] From January 1982, Border began broadcasting to south Cumbria from the Kendal transmitter which previously carried Granada. From Friday 26 March 1965, the Isle of Man was added to Border's coverage area. This week's death notices for Carlisle and north Cumbria, LIVE: Carlisle United v Grimsby Town - latest score 1-0, Traffic disruption comes to end after A590 collision, NORTHERN is encouraging Cumbria to commute and save money, Town drives their pledge to help Syrians after earthquake, Street fighting in Bakhmut but Russia not in control, Russian minister laughed at for Ukraine war claims. "News in Brief" The Times (London, England), Thursday, 16 December 1982; pg. Alison didn't get an apology until many years later, when her mother was on her deathbed. Last weekend, she ran her first half-marathon. [5], On 24 April 2008, a campaign to save the ITV Border news operation arrived in London with a petition of 9000 signed by viewers. Why Alex Murdaugh was spared the death penalty, Why Trudeau is facing calls for a public inquiry, The shocking legacy of the Dutch 'Hunger Winter'. ITV - Border TV presenters (1961 - present). Stars: Andy Ruffell, Gaz Top. "I had slicked back hair, a sharp suit, and looked confident. He has been among the top wicket takers and has seen a huge reward for his performances. The former BBC Radio Cumbria and Border TV presenter's death was announced by his son on social media. Border also opened an Edinburgh bureau to provide coverage of the Scottish Parliament. contact the editor here. All other programming used network idents and from 1 November 2004 no regional idents existed. border television presenters. Accordingly, Border launched on Friday 1 September 1961,[3] the 14th ITV station to go to air. contact IPSO here, 2001-2023. Kat says the podcast was personal for her. inaccuracy or intrusion, then please 25. "At that moment she accepted her body for what it is - an amazing powerhouse of womanhood.". ", Jenny chips in: "People have been so open and totally honest - that is what flabbergasted me. We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. The main 6pm programme was now fronted by a single presenter instead of two. The incident happened on the B4228 in Tiddenham at around 11am and the road . These include axing mid-morning bulletins on weekdays and lunchtime bulletins at weekends, plus merging a number of regions and halving the number of non-news regional programmes. These adverts enable local businesses to get in front of their target audience the local community. Mr Myers was born in Carlisle and. "Real Life television drama in the border country" by Dave Hewson The Times 9 September 1985, Scottish Radio bid starts battle for Border. He was treated for cancer in 2018, but later in the year revealed he had been given the all-clear. I presented Screen Test side-by-side with Tomorrows World, which was a great learning experience for me. At university, where I was news editor of our student newspaper, a friend who liked my songs urged me to contact the newly formed, Border TV in Carlisle. We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. CARLISLE 25101 Kat has been transformed by the experience, saying "I feel 300% or 1,000% better". Try keep it short so that it is easy for people to scan your page. Getting naked isn't a new gimmick though, and it's been done for TV shows and films including Naked Attraction, How to Look Good Naked and The Full Monty. The complex contained two production studios, a small continuity studio and a film interview studio. Before moving to Kendal, she worked for BBC Radio Newcastle. He was a familiar face on Border TV (1980s), as a continuity announcer Read Profile Austin, Craig 1st January 2018 in Talent Profiles Craig Austin combines roles as a broadcaster, writer and producer. Everyone remembers Mr & Mrs which was one of ITVs most-popular daytime quiz shows of the 1970s and early 1980s and presented by Cumbrian Derek Batey. Describing him as "our hero", he said: "He went through life with a smile, his glass was always half full and no matter how much life got you down he always found the humour.". In a statement on social media, his son Scott said the family was "heartbroken". Written By: Varun. I hope one day that Ill read the news again too.". On 28 March 2021, ITV Tyne Tees & Border announced that Amy Lea would be the new co-presenter of the main weekday news programme alongside Ian Payne as of 29 March 2021, taking over from Pam Royle who left ITV on 26 March 2021. Here's an. Do people speak more openly? As this led into the summer holiday period, Border asked for a launch delay as the break would affect advertising revenue. Table of Content Who are the most beautiful young weather girls on UK TV? Read Profile Champney, Clive Meanwhile, the ITV Tyne Tees region had its own wholly separate news services. The district reporters announced were Victoria Hoe in Kendal, Hannah Lomas in Carlisle, Lee Madan in Selkirk, Stuart Pollitt in Whitehaven, Olivia Richwald in Dumfries and Kathryn Samson in Edinburgh. 2023 BBC. [1], As of 25 February 2009, the regional news programme Lookaround was broadcast from the studios of ITV Tyne Tees in Gateshead with news and advertising staff based at offices in Carlisle and Edinburgh. Broadcaster John Myers has died at the age of 60. London, England, United Kingdom Presenter of daily national bulletins News Anchor CGTN Africa, Nairobi Sep 2017 - Apr 20202 years 8 months Kenya News Anchor for AFRICA LIVE, a twice daily. ITV Border's regional news service began on 1 September 1961 from studios at Harraby, Carlisle. 471 talking about this. In 2009 he was enlisted by the government to produce a review of the UK's local radio industry. For more on Michaels company, see lipfriend-rodd.co.uk. At my age, Ive left a lot of the work to my young team, but they often come to me for advice. I've not had the test," she says. Despite the shows popularity, I decided to join the reporting team on the BBCs rival show Look North in 1967 where I stayed for four years. He was a familiar face on Border TV (1980s), as a continuity announcer , Craig Austin combines roles as a broadcaster, writer and producer. Outside of work, Andy enjoys travelling, spending time with his wife and listening to heavy metal music. ITV Border won the RTS awards for Best News Programme: Nations and Regions for Lookaround, whilst ITV Tyne Tees & Border was nominated in three categories in February 2011. [7] Border had lobbied the IBA for over a decade to serve the southern Lake District a move backed by Cumbria County Council while on the Isle of Man, officials voiced a preference to switch signals to Granada, citing inclusion in regional news coverage would benefit the tourism industry, with direct ferry links from Liverpool and Heysham. Its not a million miles away from what I was doing during my early days at Border. This was replaced when colour came to the region by the same contents, contained within a rectangle on a blue background with a Colour caption outside the box. Read about our approach to external linking. 2023 BBC. [14][15] As part of the merger, six district reporters were appointed working from home unless based in Carlisle or Edinburgh. The main ITV Border newsroom is now based in the Kingstown area of Carlisle with reporters living and working in Carlisle, Dumfries, Edinburgh, Kendal, Selkirk and Whitehaven. Popular As. The bathrobes aren't on for long though - they strip off with their interviewee just before the conversation begins. The Border (TV Series 2008-2010) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more.
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