Tip: never watch the film
#Nativity
with a teacher. They pick holes in everything from the school trip, to the school’s safeguarding procedures, financing of the finale production, to the employment status of Marc Wootton’s character as a TA 😆
I’m a big fan of
#SaturdayKitchen
anyway - but what an absolutely wonderful moment today as Dave Myers (
@HairyBikers
) talks about his first TV appearance as he recovers from cancer. Quite moving 😢
As a proud
#Hull
lad the scenes in the city centre tonight are utterly heart breaking. Fires? Looting? I also spare a thought for those hardworking shop workers who won't be able to go to work tomorrow. Thankfully 'Ull is a proper place with proper decent people
Unforgivable
@HullCity
- thank you for letting down the people of Hull, your fans, and the hard working staff behind the scenes. I hope those responsible can find it in themselves to find the phrase “sorry”... I write this because I care, shame some have failed to
#hcafc
As a BBC journalist my responsibility is to be fair to all our clubs. But for one moment can I just say how much I respect I have for Liam Rosenior and his dignity and humility this week. Despite the horrid words written about him, what an unbelievably decent human he is
#hcafc
Hang your heads in shame
@HullCity
. I’m not Tweeting as a media type, but as a fan that loves you - that has been going to games since 1991. Shameful, disgusting, pitiful. Do me a favour, book a coach - drive those players around Hull tomorrow. I guess I’m being negative
#HCAFC
As someone from
#Hull
- just to let you know I’ve not been given permission to have a medical in
#Ipswich
. I’ve decided one of us should stay back
#hcafc
A new adventure for me tomorrow. For the first time I will be news editor at
@RadioHumberside
- it might only be for three days, but for the first time ever I’m a senior journalist. As someone without formal qualifications, I am so proud (and very nervous)
Sorry to people who know me, or are friends on FB. But, before I went to work today I did quite an important life thing (I was meant to do it last night, but our plans changed). Anyway, it happened then I went in to play Wham (and all the music you love). Merry Christmas 🎄
At midnight I will join colleagues and fellow NUJ members in BBC Local Radio, TV, and online in a 48-hour strike. We’re taking action over the planned cuts to Local Radio. Since October I’ve been “at risk” of redundancy 🧵 1/2
🚨 Some personal news 🚨
I’m joining the
@HumbersideSport
team to produce/present a daily sport show (6-7).
It’s great to bring back a nightly
@RadioHumberside
show. It’s in the design stage but it’ll be the place for big stories, match build up, and showcase local clubs 📻📱
To the man (and his son) who has been carted out after being identified as throwing a beer bottle on the pitch at
@HullCity
(in front of me) - if it was you, I hope you are banned for a long time
#hcafc
NEWS: Politicians in the East Riding have put forward a motion condemning the cuts to BBC Radio Humberside. They say “BBC Local Radio raises local issues and helps prevent loneliness in the county”
#bbclocalradio
Thanks to everyone who’s taken time to DM me or tag me in a post about what BBC Local Radio means to you. It’s humbling to know what a part we continue to play. As the producer of a show now under threat it’s really scary, but I also know many of you are facing similar challenges
✅ got to welcome City fans back
✅ did my first stadium announcing
✅ announced a City goal
Really chuffed to have been given a chance to be
@HullCity
stadium announcer. Felt special
#hcafc
@GaryLineker
@VancityReynolds
@BBCOne
Really decent interview that. RR speaks so well - without overblown hype for his position at the club. I love how he relates everything to that sense of community and tradition. Decent
Bit of one off the “bucket list” tomorrow I’ll be stadium announcer/PA for
@HullCity
(vs. Mansfield) at the
@mkmbs
Stadium for the very first time
#hcafc
Here are TWO facts:
1) tomorrow Hull City will take a Direct Debit payment from member’s bank accounts (despite not being able to attend games before October at the earliest)
2) next season Hull City are a league above Harrogate Town
These are facts
#hcafc
💍💜 Thanks to everyone who celebrated with us, messaged their good wishes, or came to see us leave the church. Thank you for the amazing gifts and cards, in the coming days we’ll reply personally, and if you’ve text me - sorry I haven’t replied yet. The most wonderful weekend 💜
This is so very sad. Such an icon of Yorkshire. I only worked with Harry a couple of times. He covered
@RadioHumberside
Soapbox when I had only just started. I had to drive the desk for him, I was really daunted initially but he was warm and encouraging with a dry wit. RIP Harry
So tomorrow’s going to be a right laugh then. Sending my love and best wishes to everyone in BBC Local Radio. Whilst this is going on we’ll continue to support our local communities, hold to account; love our towns, cities, villages; and share joy and tears with our audiences
Danielle Mannini (tackled by Beckham) has signed for
@bevtownfc
. Chair quote: “I was out walking my dog when I got chatting to another dog walker. He happened to say he played a bit of football in the past. Little did I know he had over 200-appearances in Serie A under his belt!”
Well played
@bbcburnsy
shame today didn't bring you a goal to describe. I sincerely hope today wasn't your last
@HullCity
commentary. You've been the soundtrack to my City journey - from Windass, to Barmby, to Geovanni. From FA Cup final to drab goalless draws at Rochdale
#hcafc
The
@HullCity
owner/chairmsn
@acunilicali
has addressed the club’s awards night in a video message from the set of Survivor in the Dominican Republic. Tells the audience (about Saturday) “whatever the result, my heart is with you” as contestants wear City shirts
#hcafc
The BBC have announced that Colin Farrell and
@StephenGraham73
will star in a 5-part drama series set in
#Hull
- based on a book by Ian McGuire who's from Hull.
#TheNorthWater
is a story about an Army doctor who joins a whaling expedition. It airs on
@BBCTwo
this Autumn
What this situation needs now is accountability. Not a manager who can’t handle a difficult pre-match interview, a vice-chairman who “cherry picks” when he chooses to speak to the media, and a strategy that blocks the local media when it suits. Honesty/reflection needed
#hcafc
I’m going to level with you. I’m not sure that Grant McCann, Ehab Allam, and Lee Darnborough have got the strategy right during recent transfer windows. Just putting it out there
#HCAFC
Sad. On Tuesday I was angry, tonight I’m just sad. Disgraceful situation. Playing staff, team management, ownership - hang your head’s (if you actually have a soul) in shame. I really feel for the non-playing staff too. Disconnect between
@HullCity
and fans is massive now
#hcafc
Can we take a moment to rejoice
@mattyjacob1
tonight. What a great story. A Hull lad on his full debut (in the week he made his debut) scoring for
@HullCity
. For someone whose granddad played for City, what a brilliant moment. Goes to the heart of the club’s heritage
#hcafc
NEWS: the owners of The Welly and Tower have bought
@PrincesQuayHull
. Aaron Mellor of Tokyo Industries has confirmed it on FB. I was told last week, but was waiting for the green light. Their plans include supporting independent retailers and linking to the Fruit Market
#Hull
I've just bumped into the brilliant
@hulltourguide
- he told me that
@HullCity
's home opener two weeks ago was "the first time in years" that you could "hear the crowd from Hull city centre" during the game. A small anecdote - but a sign of progress I'd suggest
#hcafc
#theTigers
Bowen on. Did Hull City have a tournament payment clause in the sale deal? There is something really affirming about seeing someone nurtured by City coming on for England in this scale
#hcafc
My fiancée is a teacher. Every year, in September, she says hello to these tiny people. Today was the day she has to say goodbye to them, as they move on to Year 1. It always amazes me how they develop into such amazing little people. Teachers do a great job 👏🏻
Nice touch by
@HullCity
with today’s match day programme. Remembering the 36 men who lost their lives when
#Hull
trawler disappeared 50 years ago this week
#Gaul
2023: I faced redundancy (like so many), proudly produced a great programme before taking on a new challenge, and did some travelling. But 2023 was about a special day in August - marrying a wonderful, carying, special person. Bring on 2024 💜
Obvious plaudits for the performances of KLP, Honeyman, and Eaves but I also can’t stop thinking about Tom Huddlestone’s contribution. He oozes calm and smoothness. The grace of Pirlo with some of his passing choices. Elegance
#hcafc
#FACup
#EmiratesFACup
Hessle fire latest:
@HumbersideFire
officer in charge tells me the fire is under control, his officers will be here for several hours and then start reducing the effort. He praised the quick actions of the building’s owner that people have been safe
#Hessle
#Hull
Andy isn’t just a colleague he’s been a mate for so many years I daren’t count them. I’ve been his producer for almost 3 years, we also worked together on Breakfast for 7 years. His amazing local knowledge is without compare, so too his ability to switch from tough news to fun
The news about my job has come out. I reapplied for my job - one of fewer roles. I was unsuccessful and I am now talking to the BBC to try to avoid compulsory redundancy. I don’t want to talk about the process but it hasn’t been easy. Thanks for your messages and support.
Hi
@nwadamson
. I am a BBC employee, and have been for 20 years. To explain, my route to the BBC was after two years on Unemployment Benefit (including 6 months on a scheme called the New Deal). I never went to University, and my family live on the largest council estate in Europe
I know he left Hull City in 2020. But Jarrod Bowen starting for England fills me with enormous pride. I think most City fans could see this moment could happen. I wonder if Ehab negotiated an “England bonus”? 🤔
#hcafc
#ThreeLions
I’m not giving up on my membership of Hull City, I’ll be there - it’s my club (it’s OUR club). But I just need time to recharge, regroup, reflect. See, we can do that too. I’d accepted the inevitability of relegation, but it leaves you numb doesn’t it
#hcafc
Good luck to
@andycomfort
as he presents his final Afternoon Show today. I’ve been his producer for about 7 years over two spells (plus his first Clueless producer and 7 years as Breakfast BA). Throughout he’s always been fair and balanced - with a really dry sense of humour 🧵
City fans pay tribute to
@HullCity
fan Andrew Coupland who recently passed away aged 54. Andrew had a huge passion for coaching women and girls football too RIP
#hcafc
@RevRichardColes
A lovely words Richard. In local radio we don't have studio managers - but producers and desk drivers, and we're currently (with a lot of social distancing, tape on the floor, and bins as barriers still coming to work every day). It's scary, but heartwarming to think we can help
Real shame. Utter sadness. Please, lets not vilify Harry Kane. Lets accept the progress and unity of the England squad, despite the pain. This is a great bunch of English footballers with an excellent head-coach
#Eng
#ENGFRA
#FIFAWorldCup2022
#FIFAWorldCup
In a short time I’ve just spent on Princes Avenue I’m blown away by the love and support for
@RadioHumberside
and my colleagues. It was really amazing that people approached me with their views. Thank you ❤️
#bbclocalradio
I go back to this image (now 9 years old). I was given the task of interviewing the players after the Final on the pitch. I honestly feel
@AlexBruce84
captures the collective effort that went in that day and season. What an experience
#hcafc
From the post-match press conference -
@HullCity
’s Liam Rosenior on Jaden Philogene: “I felt bad for the crowd that I had to take him off, but I need him for Saturday”
#hcafc
@hispanisthull
@TheWhiteHorsePu
Seeing your comment Nick made me watch this video (these odd new Twitter algorithms). All I can say is, I really want to try this burger now
"Spotted Harry Maguire"? He was playing in the Premier League at the time, it's not like he was turning out on a playing field off Preston Road on a Sunday morning. Probably could have just put the telly on
#hcafc
#Hull