Good Morning Britain viewers have been left divided as Paul Brand made his hosting debut on the show. Those tuning into the news programme were surprised to see the ITV News UK editor, and former political editor, at the helm alongside Kate Garraway.
The Welsh broadcaster helped Kate wake up the nation with the latest breaking news and other headlines, including A-Level results.
But before kicking off the programme, Kate welcomed Paul onto the show who quickly replied: "I think I'm punching here, Kate." But a giggling Kate replied: "You're really not," before continuing: "We're normally talking to you here in the studio about all the amazing things that you've done and brought to everyone's attention with your brilliant journalism but now you're back presenting GMB.
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