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The Irish Sun
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Naga Munchetty interrupts BBC Breakfast to issue apology after guest is abruptly cut off in live blunder
BBC Breakfast anchor Naga Munchetty was forced to issue an apology after a blunder with a live on-air segment. The experienced broadcaster chipped in and told the show guest, who was speaking from a live link to Ludlow, Advertisement 6 BBC Breakfast anchor Naga Munchetty was forced to intervene amid issues on the live show Credit: BBC 6 Keep Britain Tidy's Ed Lennox was speaking from a live link to Ludlow Credit: BBC 6 Naga, 50, apologised as he was cut off - and the link was unable to be re-established Credit: BBC On Saturday's BBC Breakfast episode, Naga's regular presenting partner Charlie Stayt, 63, had been replaced on the red sofa by He joined forces with , 50, for a chat about fly tipping and litter with Keep Britain Tidy representative Ed Lennox. He described the dumping of rubbish as the "biggest problem in Western Europe" and said: "It's like smashing criminal gangs, we have got to break their business model. "We have made it more difficult in the UK for people to do the right thing, so they do the wrong thing." Advertisement read more bbc breakfast Yet after just a few lines of chat, in which he revealed dumping by gangs at a woodland in Kent had cost £15million to clean up, he struggled to hear a question posed by Ben and looked blankly at the screen. He said: "I can only hear about every third word," to which Naga replied: "Apologies, we will try again and we will try to fix it." She then directed a question to show producers and said: "Any good?" Yet she was then forced to inform viewers: "No. Advertisement Most read in News TV "Apologies, we're not going to be able to carry on that interview with Ed Lennox from Clean Up Britain but that was shocking." Last Saturday, Naga also needed to put her broadcasting talent to swift use after another apparent show blunder saw BBC Breakfast hosts Naga Munchetty and Charlie Stayt forced to pull live broadcast after 'dead dog' shown on-screen The mishap came amid reports of a 'deeply divided workplace' and TROUBLE OFF AIR Earlier this week, The Sun exclusively reported how things were not all rosy on the show's iconic red sofa. Advertisement We told how anchor Naga had been hauled in by show bosses amid Naga - now at the centre of a BBC Breakfast toxicity row — was also hauled in over a sex jibe made at Radio 5 Live. Who are the current presenters of BBC Breakfast? The flagship BBC show has had dozens of presenters during its impressive 40 years on air but the current stars are: Charlie Stayt - Since 2006 Carol Kirkwood - Since 1997 Breakfast's editor Naga is said to have used a crude slang term for a sex act during an off-air break — before asking a colleague if they had done it. Advertisement The alleged remark stunned the Radio 5 Live studio and led to Naga being hauled before bosses. She was reprimanded by a senior producer but no formal action was taken. The comment became widely known at 5 Live, with one source describing the 2022 incident as: 'Crass, inappropriate and wildly unprofessional. The person felt embarrassed.' We can also reveal that on BBC Breakfast last year, she was rapped for the alleged bullying of a woman, who was the most junior staffer. Advertisement As part of the bullying behaviour, the star is said to have falsely accused her of stealing, which led to a closed-door showdown. The source said: 'It was humiliating. There was no evidence, no apology. The woman left not long after, completely demoralised.' The Sun then clarified the behind the scenes goings on - and why the A representative for Naga did not respond to our request for comment. Advertisement 6 It came as Ben replaced her regular BBC Breakfast presenting partner Charlie Stayt Credit: BBC 6 There have been reports of a 'deeply divided workplace' behind the scenes Credit: BBC 6 Naga has previously been hauled in by show bosses over allegations of bullying Credit: Getty
Scottish Sun
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Naga Munchetty interrupts BBC Breakfast to issue apology after guest is abruptly cut off in live blunder
BBC Breakfast anchor Naga Munchetty was forced to issue an apology after a blunder with a live on-air segment. The experienced broadcaster chipped in and told the show guest, who was speaking from a live link to Ludlow, Shropshire, that BBC bosses would attempt to "fix" the issue. Advertisement 6 BBC Breakfast anchor Naga Munchetty was forced to intervene amid issues on the live show Credit: BBC 6 Keep Britain Tidy's Ed Lennox was speaking from a live link to Ludlow Credit: BBC 6 Naga, 50, apologised as he was cut off - and the link was unable to be re-established Credit: BBC On Saturday's BBC Breakfast episode, Naga's regular presenting partner Charlie Stayt, 63, had been replaced on the red sofa by Ben Thompson, 43. He joined forces with Naga, 50, for a chat about fly tipping and litter with Keep Britain Tidy representative Ed Lennox. He described the dumping of rubbish as the "biggest problem in Western Europe" and said: "It's like smashing criminal gangs, we have got to break their business model. "We have made it more difficult in the UK for people to do the right thing, so they do the wrong thing." Advertisement Yet after just a few lines of chat, in which he revealed dumping by gangs at a woodland in Kent had cost £15million to clean up, he struggled to hear a question posed by Ben and looked blankly at the screen. He said: "I can only hear about every third word," to which Naga replied: "Apologies, we will try again and we will try to fix it." She then directed a question to show producers and said: "Any good?" Yet she was then forced to inform viewers: "No. Advertisement "Apologies, we're not going to be able to carry on that interview with Ed Lennox from Clean Up Britain but that was shocking." Last Saturday, Naga also needed to put her broadcasting talent to swift use after another apparent show blunder saw a "dead dog" aired on-screen. BBC Breakfast hosts Naga Munchetty and Charlie Stayt forced to pull live broadcast after 'dead dog' shown on-screen The mishap came amid reports of a 'deeply divided workplace' and off-air tensions between Naga and co-host Charlie. TROUBLE OFF AIR Earlier this week, The Sun exclusively reported how things were not all rosy on the show's iconic red sofa. Advertisement We told how anchor Naga had been hauled in by show bosses amid allegations she bullied a junior staffer. Naga - now at the centre of a BBC Breakfast toxicity row — was also hauled in over a sex jibe made at Radio 5 Live. Who are the current presenters of BBC Breakfast? The flagship BBC show has had dozens of presenters during its impressive 40 years on air but the current stars are: Jon Kay - Since 2022 Sally Nugent - Since 2021 Charlie Stayt - Since 2006 Naga Munchetty - Since 2014 Carol Kirkwood - Since 1997 Breakfast's editor Richard Frediani has now taken leave amid separate bullying claims. Naga is said to have used a crude slang term for a sex act during an off-air break — before asking a colleague if they had done it. Advertisement The alleged remark stunned the Radio 5 Live studio and led to Naga being hauled before bosses. She was reprimanded by a senior producer but no formal action was taken. The comment became widely known at 5 Live, with one source describing the 2022 incident as: 'Crass, inappropriate and wildly unprofessional. The person felt embarrassed.' We can also reveal that on BBC Breakfast last year, she was rapped for the alleged bullying of a woman, who was the most junior staffer. Advertisement As part of the bullying behaviour, the star is said to have falsely accused her of stealing, which led to a closed-door showdown. The source said: 'It was humiliating. There was no evidence, no apology. The woman left not long after, completely demoralised.' The Sun then clarified the behind the scenes goings on - and why the gulf between the presenters is "getting bigger." A representative for Naga did not respond to our request for comment. Advertisement 6 It came as Ben replaced her regular BBC Breakfast presenting partner Charlie Stayt Credit: BBC 6 There have been reports of a 'deeply divided workplace' behind the scenes Credit: BBC
Edinburgh Live
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Geri Halliwell says 'never again' after tense grilling on BBC Breakfast
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Geri Halliwell has said 'never again' after she found herself in an uncomfortable situation on BBC Breakfast. Following the particularly awkward 2023 interview with hosts Naga Munchetty and Charlie Stayt, the BBC apologised to the Spice Girl. After the segment, Geri expressed that she would never want to appear on the show again., reports The Express. This has come to light amid allegations of bullying surrounding BBC Breakfast. This includes complaints against host Naga Munchetty, who according to MailOnline was reprimanded by executives. In a piece by showbiz editor Katie Hind, it was suggested that Naga, who is 50, is being unfairly made a "scapegoat" by Richard Frediani, the editor of Breakfast since 2019. Frediani is currently the subject of an internal investigation, which has prompted several staff members, including show host Charlie, to share their experiences. However, it would be interesting to know Geri's thoughts after she appeared on the programme to promote her latest novel. Naga probed Geri on whether she had "researched" her interviewers before agreeing to chat. Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox During the awkward discussion, Naga said: "You've come in, making sure you've done your research on us as well, haven't you?" Charlie then jumped in and said: "Also, you point your finger quite a lot, to be honest." Shocked, she replied: "Is that rude?! I'm so sorry, Charlie." Naga then bluntly said: 'Do you not like being interviewed?' Breakfast insiders reportedly shared that Naga got the heat for that interaction, even though Charlie was just as involved in the interview. Frediani is now on extended leave after years of complaints against him, at least one of which was upheld, although many have been dismissed. Those who know him say that he's "desperate to return to his job" and will be hoping his colleagues back him under questioning. Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. Frediani's behaviour has long attracted negative attention, with complaints about his managerial style dating back to April 2020, just months after he started working at the Corporation. In that short period since his arrival, a series of complaints had already been made about an 'intimidating and bullying' culture on Breakfast, which led to long-term members of staff leaving their jobs. One employee, who wished to remain anonymous, told me shared that the "whole atmosphere had become poisonous" and like a "boys club". When reached out to BBC for comment, they responded: 'While we do not comment on individual cases, we take all complaints about conduct at work extremely seriously and will not tolerate behaviour that is not in line with our values. "We have robust processes in place and would encourage any staff with concerns to raise them directly with us so they can be addressed.'
NDTV
20 hours ago
- Politics
- NDTV
Manipur's Naga Groups Demand Kukis To Hand Over Accused In Attack On Vehicle
Imphal: Tangkhul Naga civil society organisations in Manipur on Friday issued a 24-hour ultimatum to the Kuki tribes, demanding the handing over of those involved in an attack on a passenger vehicle in Ukhrul district. The attack happened on June 26, leaving two people injured. The Tangkhul Naga, one of the major Naga tribes, is an ethnic group primarily living in Ukhrul district of Manipur and parts of neighbouring Myanmar. The ultimatum, jointly issued by the Katho Katamnao Long and the Tangkhul Naga Valley Students' Association, came a day after a mob, suspected to be of the Kuki tribes, allegedly assaulted the driver of the vehicle and injured a woman passenger in Mongkot Chepu village. The civil society organisations demanded that the miscreants be handed over to them within 24 hours, failing which there would be "serious consequences" and no member of the Kuki tribes would be allowed to enter Ukhrul district where the Nagas are in majority. The vehicle was going to Ukhrul when it was allegedly intercepted and attacked. This was not the first instance in which Kuki tribe members settled along the stretch of Ukhrul to Imphal road have engaged in such unwarranted actions against commuters, the Naga groups said in a statement. Alleging that Kuki tribes have proved that they do not want peace, the statement said, "Ever since the May 3, 2023, incident, our efforts to live in peace and cordial harmony have been overlooked and often seen as weakness and cowardice." Manipur, where over 260 people have been killed in ethnic violence since May 2023, is under President's rule. The strife between the Meitei community and the Kuki tribes also left thousands of people homeless, forcing them to stay in relief camps.
Deccan Herald
a day ago
- General
- Deccan Herald
Tangkhul Naga groups issue 24-hour ultimatum to Kukis for handing over attackers
The Tangkhul Naga, one of the major Naga tribes, is an ethnic group primarily residing in Ukhrul district of Manipur and parts of neighbouring Myanmar.
