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BBC News
6 days ago
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Romesh Ranganathan calls school placement process change
Comedian Romesh Ranganathan has called for his local council to make its school placement process less stressful for Ranganathan's appeal to get his youngest son into one of his preferred secondary schools was turned down by West Sussex County Council (WSCC).The TV presenter said: "Parents are struggling to make ends meet, they've got all sorts of other stresses in their lives, this being more stressful than it needs to, in my opinion, is not acceptable."WSCC said: "This year we were able to offer 87% of the 9,050 secondary school applicants a place at their first choice of school, while nearly 97% were offered a place at one of their three preferences." In April, the comedian said he had emailed WSCC six times after his son had been placed in a school "on the other side of town", and not at the same school as his two older talking about his concerns on social media, Mr Ranganathan said he had received messages from families who had been "messed around" by councils, "particularly" WSCC."What became clear from people getting in touch is that the system is letting people down and there's people whose kids have been allocated schools that are so far away they don't know how they're going to do the school run," he council said it understood the disappointment of parents who were not offered a place at a preferred school but explained that it was sometimes not possible "due to a number of factors relating to the selection criteria". WSCC explained: "Applications are considered by our admissions team on their priority according to the relevant oversubscription criteria for their preferred schools, which may include proximity of the school to home and whether other siblings attend the same school."Mr Ranganathan is calling on the council to look at the level of provision for children going into says the system "needs to get sorted out"."We need to feel like the education of our children is something that is being cared about by the people that are in control of these things."The comedian said trying to get your child into education was "one of the most stressful things". The comedian says although he understands the system "can't be perfect for everybody", he says it can come across "very faceless and quite cold" for some said: "It's one of the most important things you'll ever sort out, but from the other side it doesn't feel like that it's being treated with that level of reverence."
The Sun
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Huge comic CANCELS string of gigs after falling ill as he shares apology with gutted fans
A HUGE comic has apologised to fans after he was forced to cancel a string of gigs after falling ill. The star in question has become one the most recognised comedians in the UK over the past decade. 5 Rob, who is known by reality TV fans for being the hilarious narrator of Celebs Go Dating, took to Instagram to share the sad news. In a heartfelt message, he penned to fans: "Hello everyone, I'm so sorry but I'm not well and can't do the shows in Scotland this week. " Aberdeen has been rescheduled to Wednesday 14th Jan 20206 and Edinburgh has been rescheduled to Thursday 15th Jan 2026. "The venue will be in touch but tickets remain valid for both shows. "I hate doing this, but I'm not well enough to give you the best show possible, but I look forward to seeing you all at the new shows." STEP BACK FROM STAND-UP It comes after Rob recently told The Sun how he plans to step back from stand-up tours temporarily. The comedian has been touring for years, but now wants to take a break to focus on his young family. Speaking to us in March, the comedian said: "I'll still do stand up and local clubs and charity gigs but I'm going to take a break from touring until the kids are 16/17. "Then I'll do a big tour when they're sixth form and when they go to Uni, me and Lou are going to spend Feb and March in Australia bumming around. "When I'm 50 I want to do a psychology degree." Bafta hosts Rob Beckett and Romesh Ranganatha kick off show with series of shock gags Rob started doing stand-up comedy back in 2009 and won four competitions in his first year. He made his debut at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2012, with his first solo show - Rob Beckett's Summer Holiday. Since then he has become a household name and has a string of TV shows under his belt, as well as sell out tours. The Essex funnyman married wife Louise in 2015 and they have two daughters together. 5
BBC News
23-06-2025
- Politics
- BBC News
Romesh Ranganathan loses son's school place appeal
Romesh Ranganathan loses son's school place appeal Image caption, Romesh Ranganathan said he had emailed the council six times after his son's school placement Author, Stuart Maisner Role, BBC News, South East 1 hour ago The comedian and TV presenter Romesh Ranganathan has said his appeal to get his youngest son into one of his preferred choices of secondary schools has been turned down. Mr Ranganathan said he had "accepted the decision" but commented that "the system wasn't working". Speaking in a video on Instagram the TV personality said "lots of people in the same situation" had contacted him and that the situation was "particularly bad for people with special needs and disabilities". A spokesperson for West Sussex County Council (WSCC) said: "We understand the disappointment of parents who are not offered a place at a school of their preferences." Mr Ranganathan commented that there was "no easy solution to the situation" and said his family would have to "go with an alternative". In April the comedian said he had emailed West Sussex County Council six times after his son had been placed in a school "on the other side of town", and not at the same school as his elder two brothers. He said at the time he had received no response and his local MP, who agreed to investigate, had been told the council "can't do anything about it". A WSCC statement said: "We do all we can to provide young people with school places and this year we were able to offer 87% of the 9,050 secondary school applicants a place at their first choice of school, while nearly 97% were offered a place at one of their three preferences. "Applications are considered by our admissions team on their priority according to the relevant oversubscription criteria for their preferred schools, which may include proximity of the school to home and whether other siblings attend the same school."
BBC News
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Romesh Ranganathan's son's school place appeal turned down
The comedian and TV presenter Romesh Ranganathan has said his appeal to get his youngest son into one of his preferred choices of secondary schools has been turned down. Mr Ranganathan said he had "accepted the decision" but commented that "the system wasn't working".Speaking in a video on Instagram the TV personality said "lots of people in the same situation" had contacted him and that the situation was "particularly bad for people with special needs and disabilities".A spokesperson for West Sussex County Council (WSCC) said: "We understand the disappointment of parents who are not offered a place at a school of their preferences." Mr Ranganathan commented that there was "no easy solution to the situation" and said his family would have to "go with an alternative". In April the comedian said he had emailed West Sussex County Council six times after his son had been placed in a school "on the other side of town", and not at the same school as his elder two said at the time he had received no response and his local MP, who agreed to investigate, had been told the council "can't do anything about it".A WSCC statement said: "We do all we can to provide young people with school places and this year we were able to offer 87% of the 9,050 secondary school applicants a place at their first choice of school, while nearly 97% were offered a place at one of their three preferences."Applications are considered by our admissions team on their priority according to the relevant oversubscription criteria for their preferred schools, which may include proximity of the school to home and whether other siblings attend the same school."
Rhyl Journal
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Rhyl Journal
Who is on Celebrity Gogglebox tonight? New pairs join show
This series, new celebrities are being added to the show each week so viewers can look forward to seeing different faces along with those that are usually on the show. Here's what we know about this week's lineup. Celebrity Gogglebox will welcome comedian Romesh Ranganathan who will be reacting to this week's TV shows with singer Rag'n'Bone Man. A post shared by Gogglebox (@c4gogglebox) The pair's appearance on the show was announced on the official Gogglebox Instagram account and fans shared their excitement at the news. One said: 'Another brilliant pairing 😊'. Another commented: 'Magic team 🔥'. One asked why the pair were together, with another person explaining they're friends. While it might seem an unlikely pairing, the reaction was mostly positive with people excited to see them, saying their segment on the show 'should be funny'. Also joining Celebrity Gogglebox this week are comedians Joe Wilkinson and Roisin Conaty. A post shared by Gogglebox (@c4gogglebox) The announcement was also received well by fans of the show, with one saying: 'These two could just do the whole programme on their own and it would be brilliant!! ❤️' Another commented: 'Excellent pairing! Love you guys! 🤩'. Other celebrities on this week's episode include Vicky Pattison and Pete Wicks, Clare Balding and Alice Arnold, Denise van Outen and Johnny Vaughan, Jordan Banjo and Perri Kiely plus more, according to the Radio Times. In tonight's episode, popular shows such as Coronation Street, Love Island, Countdown and Clarkson's Farm will be reacted to by the celebrities. Recommended reading: Huge pop star signs up for Celebrity Gogglebox alongside hilarious comedian Emmerdale fans slam 'grating' storyline involving 'dull' ITV character Call the Midwife confirms return of star as fans say 'he's back where he belongs' Gary Barlow's Food and Wine Tour: Australia, Our Yorkshire Shop: A Victorian Restoration and Tom Kerridge Secrets of the Pub Kitchen will also feature. Celebrity Gogglebox will be available to watch tonight on Channel 4 at 9pm. You can also watch live on Channel 4's website or app.
