BBC Breakfast's Carol Kirkwood / BBC
Weather presenter Carol Kirkwood has announced that she will be leaving the BBC this Spring after 28 years.
The 63-year-old joined the BBC Weather Centre in April 1998, initially presenting on the BBC News channel before becoming the main weather presenter on BBC Breakfast in 2010.
In a statement explaining her decision, she said: “It’s been an absolute privilege to bring you the weather every day. My job is something I’ve never taken for granted and I’ve loved every minute!
“From early starts and all manner of forecasts, I’ve shared it with incredible colleagues at BBC Breakfast, BBC Weather and programmes across the BBC. I’d like to thank them for their support and friendship which has meant the world.
“And to those watching and listening at home – thank you for all the kindness you have shown me over the years, being part of your mornings has been a joy.
“This hasn’t been an easy decision to make, but it feels like the right moment to step away. I’ll carry with me the most wonderful memories.”
Jonathan Munro, the interim chief executive of BBC News and current affairs, added: “Carol’s contribution to BBC News and BBC Weather has been exceptional. From major national moments to the everyday forecasts that are such an important part of our audiences’ lives, she has set the gold standard for our accurate, valued journalism – always delivered with an appropriately sunny outlook.
“She will be greatly missed by teams across the BBC. We wish her all the best for the future.”
Kirkwood will present her final bulletin in April.
