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BBC Breakfast's Sally Nugent and Jon Kay were both missing from the studio again during a major format change.The BBC presenters are normally seen in the Salford studio together, but they ditched the red sofa for the second time this week on Tuesday morning (September 13).On Monday, the hosts traveled to separate parts of the UK to provide special coverage of the Queen's death, after the monarch passed away aged 96 at her Balmoral estate last Thursday (September 8).READ MORE: BBC viewers shock as Sally Nugent says stop bringing Paddington bears and sandwichesJon, 52, had appeared live from Edinburgh to mark the arrival of the Queen's coffin from Balmoral, whilst Sally anchored the show from Buckingham Palace in London.But the studio shake-up hadn't changed on Tuesday as Jon was back in Edinburgh on Tuesday and Sally was still in Buckingham Palace.Jon was stood in front of St Giles' Cathedral in Edinburgh, where the Queen's coffin was placed to rest for 24 hours for members of the public to pay their respects.Viewers were shown a live shot of mourners queuing up to enter the Edinburgh cathedral to pay their respects to Queen Elizabeth II after braving the cold and queuing through the night.Opening the show, Jon said: "Good morning, welcome to Tuesday's programme, and it's an extraordinary sight isn't it? The people you're seeing now have queued for hours.

BBC Breakfast's Sally Nugent and Jon Kay BOTH ditched the studio in a major format shake-up. Last week, the presenters were not in the studio together as Jon presented live from Downing Street to cover Liz Truss's appointment as the new Conservative Party Leader and Prime Minister. Today, following the death of The Queen last Thursday, neither of them were on the BBC Breakfast sofa in Salford.

READ MORE:BBC Breakfast's Sally Nugent leaves studio with Jon Kay in major format shake upRoyal fans will remember the Queen's iconic Platinum Jubilee sketch with Paddington Bear earlier this year which saw the pair have afternoon tea.The video sketch saw Paddington drink all the tea before offering Her Majesty a marmalade sandwich, famously his favourite snack.But the Queen hilariously replied that she always keeps a marmalade sandwich in her handbag "for later".It was BBC Breakfast host Sally Nugent who passed on the sandwich plea from Royal Parks.Appearing live from Buckingham Palace, she said: "I just want to bring you a little bit of advice that's come from the Royal Parks this morning.

Sally Nugent and Jon Kay left the studio to host a special edition of BBC Breakfast this week following the Queen's death.The presenters normally host the BBC One morning show from the famous red sofa at the BBC's MediaCity studio in Salford.However, the pair were forced to ditch the comfort of the studio on Monday morning (September 12) as they were tasked with a special programme that paid tribute to the Queen.READ MORE:BBC Breakfast's Naga and Charlie divide viewers with special tribute to QueenIt comes after Queen Elizabeth II passed away "peacefully" aged 96 at her Balmoral estate in Scotland on Thursday (September 8).Instead, Jon appeared live from Edinburgh to kick off the show at 6am as the city became the first place that members of the public could view the Queen's coffin.He was a fair way from co-host Sally who fronted the show from outside Buckingham Palace, but both wore black outfits out of respect for the monarch.The Queen's coffin left Balmoral Castle in Aberdeenshire on Sunday and completed a six-hour journey to the city, a whopping 175-mile trip.Monday saw the procession move from the Palace of Holyroodhouse to St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh where the coffin will rest for 24 hours, so people could pay their respects.The next day, the Queen's coffin will make the journey to Edinburgh Airport before being flown to RAF Northolt and Buckingham Palace.Mourners can then attend the Queen's lying-in-state, which will occur at the Palace of Westminster from 5pm on Wednesday until Monday (September 19), the day of the Queen's funeral.The last royal to lie in state was the Queen Mother in 2002, when more than 200,000 people came to view the coffin.The Very Reverend Dr David Hoyle said it would be "an opportunity

Queen Elizabeth II died on Thursday aged 96, and the Church of England priest, who was formerly a pop singer, Reverend Richard Coles, is keen for the late monarch's name to be changed.

ITV and Indigo Television have decided to reschedule this year’s National Television Awards to respect the UK’s period of national mourning.

BBC Breakfast’s Naga Munchetty took a savage swipe at her co-star Matt Taylor as he joined the presenters in the studio.During Thursday’s visit to the BBC studio, the 47-year-old and her co-host Charlie Stayt welcomed viewers back onto the red sofa as they discussed the latest news headlines on the show.One of the biggest stories on everyone’s lips was the ongoing struggles of the cost-of-living crisis, and the newsreader made sure to demand answers from this morning’s politicians.READ MORE:BBC Breakfast fans slam Jon Kay over 'daft' questions to Labour's David LammyAnd it appears as though no one is safe from Naga’s wrath when she took aim at the beloved weather reporter with a cheeky swipe after he shared the latest weather report on the show.The show’s meteorologists usually report the weather forecast from a range of beautiful rural locations up and down the country.But rather than communicating via a video link, the presenter joined the duo in the studio as he stood off to the side to update viewers on the changeable weather coming up this week.Charlie welcomed him on to the show, saying: “It’s 6.45, Matt’s got the weather for us right over there” as Naga chimed in with: “It’s nice to have you other there!”Happy to be back in the studio, Matt replied: “Good morning, it’s lovely to be over here!” before he turned his attention to the weather.He asked the two presenters: “Now, have you noticed it’s started to get a bit darker a bit earlier?” to which the raven-haired beauty cheekily quipped: “Yes, [in] this job, you cannot help but notice it getting darker in the mornings.”Matt enthusiastically replied with: “Exactly, we’re at that time of year where over the next few weeks we lose daylight at the quickest rates.”For

The Queen has been advised to postpone her Privy Council meeting and rest due to concerns over her frail health.After being pictured meeting with Liz Truss yesterday as she appointed her Prime Minister, doctors have recommended she now take a break.A Palace spokesman said: “After a full day yesterday, Her Majesty has this afternoon accepted doctors’ advice to rest."READ MORE: Liz Truss calls Queen 'disgraceful' in throwback clip that's come back to haunt herThe 96-year-old will remain at Balmoral Castle in Aberdeenshire where she will not engage in any royal business. The latest medical advice does not require a hospital stay.The Privy Council meeting was already set to take place virtually due to the monarch’s ongoing mobility issues.A spokesperson has confirmed: “The Privy Council meeting that had been due to take place this evening will be rearranged”.

The Queen has sparked concern for her health after cancelling a meeting on the request of her doctors today after meeting with new Prime Minister Liz Truss in Balmoral on Tuesday. Her Majesty, 96, was due to meet the Privy Council on Wednesday but cancelled the meeting that was to take place virtually after seeking medical advice following what was described as a “full day” previously.

BBC Breakfast host Jon Kay ruffled viewers' feathers with his "daft questions" when he interviewed Labour MP David Lammy on the show.Jon has been providing coverage live from Downing Street this week to mark the announcement and introduction of new Conservative party leader and Prime Minister Liz Truss.Throughout the coverage, Jon has taken time to chat to several MPs and experts as they weigh up how the country is set to move forward with the cost of living crisis as households brace themselves for a tough winter ahead.READ MORE:BBC Breakfast thrown into major format shake-up as Sally Nugent presents soloDavid appeared on the show on Wednesday (September 7) representing the opposition as he gave Labour's stance on what should happen next to aid British citizens and on their attitude towards calling for a general election.Jon asked: "Given the seriousness of the situation and the emergency situation as far as energy bills, are you still calling for a general election now?"The MP replied: "Look, the change that this country needs is a change of party, certainly a change of government, and that could only come about with a general election."So we are absolutely on a sure footing for a general election whenever that is called."Jon interjected: "But are you still calling for one to happen now? Do you think the British public really wants that?"David responded: "Of course, we'd like a general election tomorrow because I think the British public are crying out for change."We get to put our case to the British public and the rules change in terms of media.

Strictly Come Dancing after Alesha Dixon beat him to the post. The Welsh heartthrob appeared on the beloved BBC One dance competition back in 2007 where he was partnered up with his professional dancer Camilla Dallerup.As the TV presenter introduced the upcoming show, BBC bosses couldn’t help but throw up a clip of Alesha Dixon performing alongside her pro dance partner Matthew Cutler who went on the win the fifth series.READ MORE:BBC Breakfast's Jon Kay sparks outrage as Health Secretary shuts down tense chatAnd his co-host Michelle Ackerley was quick to point out his disappointing loss on the show as she poked fun at him alongside BBC Breakfast’s Sally Nugent.While discussing the upcoming segments on the hour-long show, the brunette beauty poked fun at her fellow presenter on air.She said: “We continue to look at some former winner’s week one dances – that was your year wasn’t it Gethin?”Already feeling embarrassed, Gethin complained: “Sally they’re doing this on purpose, they’re bringing back the past from 2007.“I came third, okay? I came third, but how could you not to Alesha Dixon? She was incredible I’ll be trying her moves later.“Fuming, I was robbed.

Dr. Dre alarm after it went off during an interview with LBC this morning (September 7).Coffey was appointed to the cabinet last night (September 6) by the new UK Prime Minister Liz Truss, who took office yesterday following the departure of Boris Johnson.During an interview with LBC’s Nick Ferrari this morning, Coffey started reaching for her bag as Ferrari started to ask her a question about her residences.“Are you alright over there? Have you got a phone ringing?” the host enquired, to which Coffey replied: “I’ve just realised that my alarm is going off on my phone, I do apologise.”Asked by Ferrari what the alarm sound was, Coffey said that the listeners were “getting a bit of Dr.

BBC Breakfast host Jon Kay was shut down by new Health Secretary Therese Coffey during tense grilling as she ended interview early.During Wednesday’s instalment of the popular BBC morning show, the 52-year-old broadcaster returned to Number 10 Downing Street as he shared live coverage ahead of Liz Truss’ first cabinet meeting.While Sally Nugent held down the fort on the red sofa at the Salford studios, the TV presenter interviewed the first female deputy prime minister as he grilled her on the backlash she has faced on social media.READ MORE:BBC Breakfast thrown into major format shake-up as Sally Nugent presents soloBut it appeared as though the politician was unimpressed with his line of questioning as she swiftly shut down his comments, arguing that she had to “move on” to another broadcaster.When she appeared on the BBC show, the 50-year-old MP discussed her ABCD police which aims to improve ambulances, medical backlog, care, doctors and dentists in the NHS.She told viewers at home: “As I say my focus is on ABCD and that will be my focus for the time that I'm in health and social care.“Forgive me to my friends at the BBC I need to move on to another broadcaster.”Determined to get answers following the backlash she received about her religion and opinions on health, Jon pushed for an answer on air.He said: “Okay well we’ll see you down here in Downing Street very shortly but I was just going to ask you before you go.“You know that there’s scrutiny about your personal views and your faith right now.“You'll also have seen stuff on social media last night talking about you being a smoker, how do you welcome all of this talk?”Therese fired back with: "I didn’t look at social media last night, I'm too busy trying to get

Liz Truss, has been mistakenly congratulated on Twitter by fellow politicians. Liz Trussell, 40, who has the Twitter handle @Liztruss, was sent congratulations from across the globe, including warm wishes from Sweden's Prime Minister.

@nytimes. “Because I'm a subscriber, you can read it through this gift link without a subscription.”The article is a comment on a satirical video by Australian comedian Tom Walker, in character as his alter-ego Jonathan Pie. It humorously criticises the incoming PM for not being “well-equipped” to fix Britain, which the author of the article described as a nation “falling apart at the seams".Fans of the TV gardener were divided about the issues discussed in the video. @TweetWatcher761 said: “Monty, I follow you for gardening, not party politics. “What on earth is going on at the BBC?” @YoSayitEmSam wrote: “Wow it’s sounds very dire over there.”(sic)@Lumsays commented: “Thanks for that. “I live in Canada and we aren’t perfect but I think most of our politicians have a conscience.”@Kimnevard put: “Thanks for this Monty. Ignore those who say you shouldn’t express your opinions in politics. “It makes not a jot of difference what your profession is, you, and every other person in this country is entitled to comment on politics.”It comes after Liz Truss, 47, beat Rishi Sunak, 42, in the race to become Boris Johnson's successor.In the result from two days ago, the new PM won a 57 per cent victory over rival Rishi’s 43 per cent. From Tuesday, she will take over Boris Johnson's role as Tory party leader, and has vowed to focus on the current cost of living crisis.The result has urged many to share their opinions online, including Monty Python legend John Cleese.Taking to his Twitter account today, the 82-year-old shared a response about Liz declaring it is an "honour" for her to become the country's next leader.He wrote: "Liz Truss says that it's an honour to be elected leader of the Conservative party.

UK Culture Secretary Nadine Dorries is to stand down when Liz Truss formally takes over as Prime Minister today.

BBC Breakfast was thrown into a major format shake-up on Tuesday (September 6) as Sally Nugent presented the beloved morning show alone. This morning, Jon Kay swapped the BBC studios for a killer spot outside Number 10 Downing Street as they prepare for Boris Johnson to move out of office.Later on, the former Conservative leader is due to give his final speech to the country after Liz Truss was appointed the new Prime Minister on Monday.READ MORE:BBC Breakfast's Nina Warhurst red-faced as awkward tech blunder sparks interview chaosThe BBC presenter also spoke with experts including the chief political correspondent, Nick Eardley, about how the new Prime Minister will tackle the cost of living crisis.But Jon wasn’t the only presenter who switched the comfortable red sofa for the joys of live TV, as Nina interviewed several members at Leigh Spinners Mill in Lancashire.Meanwhile, Sally held the fort at the BBC studios in the heart of Salford, Manchester where she continued to report on the political developments.And it wasn't just the BBC studios who experienced a slew of format changes this morning, after Boris Johnson was removed from power at the Queen's Scottish estate Balmoral rather than at Buckingham Palace.

K.J. Yossman BBC journalist Clive Myrie has called on whoever is appointed the new secretary of state for culture under Liz Truss to “make a renewed commitment to quality public service broadcasting, at the BBC and Channel 4.” Truss was appointed Prime Minister earlier today, replacing Boris Johnson. She is expected to appoint a new cabinet, including a new secretary of state for the department of culture, sport and media, who will take over from incumbent minister Nadine Dorries. Delivering the Royal Television Society’s Steve Hewlett Memorial Lecture at the University of Westminster on Monday evening, Myrie also championed the BBC’s commitment to impartiality, in comments that could potentially be interpreted as a rebuttal to his former colleague Emily Maitlis’s Edinburgh TV Festival lecture two weeks ago.

Liz Truss is no stranger to Scotland. The winner of the Tory leadership contest has made much of the fact she lived north of the Border during the 1980s.