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Andrew Lloyd Webber's Classical Brits triumph
9th May 2008 Andrew Lloyd Webber has been honoured with an outstanding achievement award at the Classical Brits for an unparalleled career in musical theatre.
9th May 2008 Andrew Lloyd Webber has been honoured with an outstanding achievement award at the Classical Brits for an unparalleled career in musical theatre.
Hyde Park concert for Nelson Mandela's 90th
8th May 2008 Nelson Mandela will travel to London next month for another musical extravaganza to celebrate his 90th birthday and raise awareness of Aids in Africa.
8th May 2008 Nelson Mandela will travel to London next month for another musical extravaganza to celebrate his 90th birthday and raise awareness of Aids in Africa.
Eco House to be Drawcard Attraction at Grand Designs Live in London
6th May 2008 Londoners will have another chance to learn how to make their homes greener and will witness Kevin McCloud’s ‘one week to build’ house attempt
6th May 2008 Londoners will have another chance to learn how to make their homes greener and will witness Kevin McCloud’s ‘one week to build’ house attempt
Ex-US president leads Hay line-up
2nd May 2008 Ex-US President Jimmy Carter leads the line-up of guests for the Hay Festival, which also includes comedian Ken Dodd, Jamie Oliver, Stuart Rose and Hollywood actor Kathleen Turner.
2nd May 2008 Ex-US President Jimmy Carter leads the line-up of guests for the Hay Festival, which also includes comedian Ken Dodd, Jamie Oliver, Stuart Rose and Hollywood actor Kathleen Turner.
Londoners vote in mayoral election
1st May 2008 Millions of London voters were going to the polls on Thursday to choose a new mayor who will command a multi-billion pound budget and help prepare the capital for the 2012 Olympics.
1st May 2008 Millions of London voters were going to the polls on Thursday to choose a new mayor who will command a multi-billion pound budget and help prepare the capital for the 2012 Olympics.
Rachel Elnaugh the former Dragons' Den star launches new book
29th April 2008 In her new book, Business Nightmares, former Dragons' Den star Rachel Elnaugh talks to some of the world's most famous entrepreneurs about their business nightmares and discusses her own business tragedy - the collapse of Red Letter Days, the business she founded.
29th April 2008 In her new book, Business Nightmares, former Dragons' Den star Rachel Elnaugh talks to some of the world's most famous entrepreneurs about their business nightmares and discusses her own business tragedy - the collapse of Red Letter Days, the business she founded.
Dragon Jones replaces Gordon Ramsay in BT ads
28th April 2008 BT has signed Dragons' Den star Peter Jones to replace Gordon Ramsay as the new face of its TV campaign promoting its business telecoms services.
28th April 2008 BT has signed Dragons' Den star Peter Jones to replace Gordon Ramsay as the new face of its TV campaign promoting its business telecoms services.
Terry Wogan to present new Channel 4 quiz show
25th April 2008 Sir Terry Wogan has been given a four-week trial hosting a general knowledge quiz show on Channel 4.
25th April 2008 Sir Terry Wogan has been given a four-week trial hosting a general knowledge quiz show on Channel 4.
Celebrities rally round to support veterans suffering from PTSD
22nd April 2008 The ‘Once is enough’ campaign is supported by ‘King of the Jungle’ Christopher Biggins, ex SAS and TV personalities Bear Grylls and Major Ken Hames and Britain’s first female fast jet pilot Jo Salter.
22nd April 2008 The ‘Once is enough’ campaign is supported by ‘King of the Jungle’ Christopher Biggins, ex SAS and TV personalities Bear Grylls and Major Ken Hames and Britain’s first female fast jet pilot Jo Salter.
Brucie's big night at TV awards
21st April 2008 On a night loaded with television talent and famous faces, there was one man who was the real star of the show.
21st April 2008 On a night loaded with television talent and famous faces, there was one man who was the real star of the show.
Richard Madeley and Judy Finnigan move to digital broadcaster UKTV
18th April 2008 Chat show duo Richard Madeley and Judy Finnigan will move to digital broadcaster UKTV in the autumn.
18th April 2008 Chat show duo Richard Madeley and Judy Finnigan will move to digital broadcaster UKTV in the autumn.
Clive Anderson ties up BBC's Loose Ends
17th April 2008 Clive Anderson is to replace the late Ned Sherrin on the BBC Radio 4 show Loose Ends. Anderson's previous broadcast credits include Have I Got News For You.
17th April 2008 Clive Anderson is to replace the late Ned Sherrin on the BBC Radio 4 show Loose Ends. Anderson's previous broadcast credits include Have I Got News For You.
Andrew Marr picks up two Press Guild awards
16th April 2008 BBC current affairs presenter Andrew Marr picked up two awards at the 34th annual Broadcasting Press Guild Awards.
16th April 2008 BBC current affairs presenter Andrew Marr picked up two awards at the 34th annual Broadcasting Press Guild Awards.
French honour for British yachtswoman Ellen MacArthur
15th April 2008 French President Nicolas Sarkozy, presents his nation's highest honour to record-breaking British yachtswoman Ellen MacArthur.
15th April 2008 French President Nicolas Sarkozy, presents his nation's highest honour to record-breaking British yachtswoman Ellen MacArthur.
'Blind Dave' completes marathon challenge in London
14th April 2008 Dave' Heeley completed a remarkable feat on Sunday by becoming the third person to ever run seven marathons in seven days in seven continents.
14th April 2008 Dave' Heeley completed a remarkable feat on Sunday by becoming the third person to ever run seven marathons in seven days in seven continents.
Gethin Jones leaves Blue Peter
11th April 2008 Outgoing Blue Peter presenter Gethin Jones has revealed that telling viewers he was quitting the childrens show was one of the most difficult moments of his career.
11th April 2008 Outgoing Blue Peter presenter Gethin Jones has revealed that telling viewers he was quitting the childrens show was one of the most difficult moments of his career.
Radio 'Oscars' nominations revealed
10th April 2008 The BBC's dominance over the commercial radio sector is clear as it receives all nominations for Sony Station of the Year
10th April 2008 The BBC's dominance over the commercial radio sector is clear as it receives all nominations for Sony Station of the Year
Jeremy Vine to take over Points of View
9th April 2008 Broadcaster Jeremy Vine is to host the next series of BBC One's Points of View following Sir Terry Wogan's decision to step down after eight years
9th April 2008 Broadcaster Jeremy Vine is to host the next series of BBC One's Points of View following Sir Terry Wogan's decision to step down after eight years
Ben Fogle & Julia Hailes appear at The Science of Survival exhibition
8th April 2008 The Science of Survival at the Science Museum in London was opened by Ben Fogle
8th April 2008 The Science of Survival at the Science Museum in London was opened by Ben Fogle
Martin Johnson to become England Rugby Coach
7th April 2008 Martin Johnson is expected to decide whether or not he will become England's team manager by the end of next week.
7th April 2008 Martin Johnson is expected to decide whether or not he will become England's team manager by the end of next week.
Michael Aspel bids farewell to the Antiques Roadshow this weekend
4th April 2008 Michael Aspel bids farewell to the Antiques Roadshow this weekend. Newsreader Fiona Bruce, 43, takes over presenting duties in the show's 31st series in the autumn.
4th April 2008 Michael Aspel bids farewell to the Antiques Roadshow this weekend. Newsreader Fiona Bruce, 43, takes over presenting duties in the show's 31st series in the autumn.
Ranulph Fiennes tackles Everest
1st April 2008 Three years after he was forced to stop just short of Everest’s summit, explorer Sir Ranulph Fiennes says he is having another go at scaling the world’s highest peak
1st April 2008 Three years after he was forced to stop just short of Everest’s summit, explorer Sir Ranulph Fiennes says he is having another go at scaling the world’s highest peak
Sébastien Foucan's Kswiss sneaker launch
31st March 2008 Perfect Fools, an international digital agency has created an interactive viral website for the launch of the new K-Swiss ‘Free Running’ sneaker, called Ariake, which was co-designed by the sport’s founding father, Sébastien Foucan
31st March 2008 Perfect Fools, an international digital agency has created an interactive viral website for the launch of the new K-Swiss ‘Free Running’ sneaker, called Ariake, which was co-designed by the sport’s founding father, Sébastien Foucan
Dave Heeley plans seven continents in seven days marathon
28th March 2008 Dave Heeley, a 50-year-old blind man launched an ambitious plan to become only the third man to complete seven marathons on seven continents in just seven days.
28th March 2008 Dave Heeley, a 50-year-old blind man launched an ambitious plan to become only the third man to complete seven marathons on seven continents in just seven days.
Jeffrey Archer back on top with a bestseller
27th March 2008 Lord Archer has made yet another remarkable comeback by going back to the top of the fiction bestseller lists for the first time in 10 years.
27th March 2008 Lord Archer has made yet another remarkable comeback by going back to the top of the fiction bestseller lists for the first time in 10 years.
Peter Jones launches entrepreneur academies
26th March 2008 Dragons’ Den star Peter Jones hopes his academies will help teenagers launch their own companies
26th March 2008 Dragons’ Den star Peter Jones hopes his academies will help teenagers launch their own companies
ITV1 spring and summer lineup focuses heavily on drama and entertainment
25th March 2008 ITV1 spring and summer lineup highlights include Vernon Kay fronting a new series, Fern Britton and Phillip Schofield hosting All Star Mr and Mrs. Griff Rhys Jones in the Greatest Cities of the World and a year in the life of the Duke of Edinburgh
25th March 2008 ITV1 spring and summer lineup highlights include Vernon Kay fronting a new series, Fern Britton and Phillip Schofield hosting All Star Mr and Mrs. Griff Rhys Jones in the Greatest Cities of the World and a year in the life of the Duke of Edinburgh
Stirling Moss Named Greatest Formula 1 Driver Ever
20th March 2008 The Top 100 Formula One Drivers of All Time, a newly published book by racing journalist Alan Henry names Stirling Moss as the world's greatest Formula 1 driver
20th March 2008 The Top 100 Formula One Drivers of All Time, a newly published book by racing journalist Alan Henry names Stirling Moss as the world's greatest Formula 1 driver
Marco Pierre White to lead new US cooking show
19th March 2008 Marco Pierre White is to front a new cooking series for NBC in the US.
19th March 2008 Marco Pierre White is to front a new cooking series for NBC in the US.
Sugar fronts new Apprentice series
18th March 2008 Sir Alan will is offering a six-figure salary for his new apprentice. The 60-year-old, is about to front the fourth series of the show.
18th March 2008 Sir Alan will is offering a six-figure salary for his new apprentice. The 60-year-old, is about to front the fourth series of the show.
BBC masterminds Des Lynam's return
11th March 2008 Des Lynam is returning to the BBC after almost a decade to host a sporting spin-off from Mastermind.
11th March 2008 Des Lynam is returning to the BBC after almost a decade to host a sporting spin-off from Mastermind.
Ann Summers boss to star in charity Apprentice show
10th March 2008 Ann Summers boss Jacqueline Gold will be risking getting fired by Alan Sugar in a charity version of the Apprentice.
10th March 2008 Ann Summers boss Jacqueline Gold will be risking getting fired by Alan Sugar in a charity version of the Apprentice.
Myleene Klass to host Classical Brit Awards
7th March 2008 Myleene Klass is to host this year's Classical Brit Awards at London's Royal Albert Hall on May 8th.
7th March 2008 Myleene Klass is to host this year's Classical Brit Awards at London's Royal Albert Hall on May 8th.
Warren Buffett tops rich list
6th March 2008 US investor and philanthropist Warren Buffett has taken the title of the world's richest man away from his friend Bill Gates after 13 years.
6th March 2008 US investor and philanthropist Warren Buffett has taken the title of the world's richest man away from his friend Bill Gates after 13 years.
Paxman wins presenter of the year
4th March 2008 Jeremy Paxman was named presenter of the year at the Royal Television Society's awards for journalism.
4th March 2008 Jeremy Paxman was named presenter of the year at the Royal Television Society's awards for journalism.
Cracknell's Cross Continent Challenge
3rd March 2008 James Cracknell is well under way with the second leg of his mammoth Cross Continent Challenge.
3rd March 2008 James Cracknell is well under way with the second leg of his mammoth Cross Continent Challenge.
Phil Nichol touring in 2008
29th February 2008 The all conquering Phil Nichol is back on tour in 2008 following sell out success at the Edinburgh Festival.
29th February 2008 The all conquering Phil Nichol is back on tour in 2008 following sell out success at the Edinburgh Festival.
The return of Inside Sport
28th February 2008 Gabby Logan, Sir Matthew Pinsent & Gerard Houllier all appear on new series of Inside Sport
28th February 2008 Gabby Logan, Sir Matthew Pinsent & Gerard Houllier all appear on new series of Inside Sport
Gordon Ramsay & Jamie Oliver Plan UK Chains
27th February 2008 Gordon Ramsay and Jamie Oliver are taking the battle for our hearts and stomachs to the people, with both chefs planning chains of eateries across the U.K.
27th February 2008 Gordon Ramsay and Jamie Oliver are taking the battle for our hearts and stomachs to the people, with both chefs planning chains of eateries across the U.K.
Coe visits the International Paralympic Committee headquarters
26th February 2008 Sebastian Coe, Chairman of the London Organising Committee became the first Chairman of an organising committee to visit the headquarters of the International Paralympic Committee (IPC).
26th February 2008 Sebastian Coe, Chairman of the London Organising Committee became the first Chairman of an organising committee to visit the headquarters of the International Paralympic Committee (IPC).
CEO blogging hots up
25th February 2008 Corporate blogging is still in its infancy in the UK. However, it is thought likely that it will become as popular as it is in the US. General Motors, Dell and Benetton, all operate blogs where employees and consumers interact
25th February 2008 Corporate blogging is still in its infancy in the UK. However, it is thought likely that it will become as popular as it is in the US. General Motors, Dell and Benetton, all operate blogs where employees and consumers interact
Vernon Kay signs two-year ITV deal
22nd February 2008 Vernon has has signed a two-year deal with ITV to seal him as one of ITV's most recognisable entertainment faces.
22nd February 2008 Vernon has has signed a two-year deal with ITV to seal him as one of ITV's most recognisable entertainment faces.
Ellen MacArthur in charity appeal
21st February 2008 Sports celebrities, including Dame Ellen MacArthur, Willie Thorne and Richard Noble have launched an appeal to raise £4 million for a children's hospice.
21st February 2008 Sports celebrities, including Dame Ellen MacArthur, Willie Thorne and Richard Noble have launched an appeal to raise £4 million for a children's hospice.
Million tune in to see Kaplinsky
20th February 2008 NATASHA Kaplinsky's debut as the face of Five News attracted nearly double the channel's usual audience, with close to one million viewers tuning in.
20th February 2008 NATASHA Kaplinsky's debut as the face of Five News attracted nearly double the channel's usual audience, with close to one million viewers tuning in.
BBC recommission The Omid Djalili Show and Jack Dee's Lead Balloon
19th February 2008 BBC1 and BBC2 have recomissioned comedies Lead Balloon, Armstrong and Miller and The Omid Djalili Show.
19th February 2008 BBC1 and BBC2 have recomissioned comedies Lead Balloon, Armstrong and Miller and The Omid Djalili Show.
Barroso, Kohl and Esperanto contenders for Nobel Peace Prize
18th February 2008 European Commission chief Jose Manuel Barroso, Algerian President Abdelaziz Bouteflika, ex-German chancellor Helmut Kohl and Esperanto are seen as contenders for the Nobel Peace Prize
18th February 2008 European Commission chief Jose Manuel Barroso, Algerian President Abdelaziz Bouteflika, ex-German chancellor Helmut Kohl and Esperanto are seen as contenders for the Nobel Peace Prize
Grey-Thompson wants no second chances
14th February 2008 Dame Tanni Grey-Thompson is advocating a lifetime ban for drug cheats after she was appointed to chair a review into UK Athletics' anti-doping policy.
14th February 2008 Dame Tanni Grey-Thompson is advocating a lifetime ban for drug cheats after she was appointed to chair a review into UK Athletics' anti-doping policy.
James Caan supports community health and wellbeing
12th February 2008 James Caan the ‘dragon’ and entrepreneur from BBC 2’s Dragons’ Den is backing a new competition for health and wellbeing groups
12th February 2008 James Caan the ‘dragon’ and entrepreneur from BBC 2’s Dragons’ Den is backing a new competition for health and wellbeing groups
Richard Dunwoody reaches the South Pole
11th February 2008 Richard Dunwoody yesterday celebrated his 44th birthday at the South Pole
11th February 2008 Richard Dunwoody yesterday celebrated his 44th birthday at the South Pole
Richard Hammond's tea time show
8th February 2008 Top Gear star Richard Hammond is to shoot a pilot for a possible replacement for Richard Madeley and Judy Finnigan Channel 4's teatime show later this month
8th February 2008 Top Gear star Richard Hammond is to shoot a pilot for a possible replacement for Richard Madeley and Judy Finnigan Channel 4's teatime show later this month
Simon Amstell announces new tour for 2008
7th February 2008 Simon Amstell the 28-year-old Never Mind The Buzzcocks host will be performing 27 dates between April and June this year.
7th February 2008 Simon Amstell the 28-year-old Never Mind The Buzzcocks host will be performing 27 dates between April and June this year.
Cameron presents Thatcher with Lifetime Achievement Award
6th February 2008 Conservative Party leader David Cameron presents Baroness Thatcher a lifetime achievement award
6th February 2008 Conservative Party leader David Cameron presents Baroness Thatcher a lifetime achievement award
Stars sign up to Sport Relief
5th February 2008 Sport Relief 2008 is all about challenging yourself, friends, family and colleagues to do something sporty to raise cash.
5th February 2008 Sport Relief 2008 is all about challenging yourself, friends, family and colleagues to do something sporty to raise cash.
Matt Dawson on Radio 5 Live
28th January 2008 Matt Dawson to host a series of rugby specials on Radio 5 Live during the RBS Six Nations Tournament
28th January 2008 Matt Dawson to host a series of rugby specials on Radio 5 Live during the RBS Six Nations Tournament
Telly babe Fearne Cotton hits the big time!
23rd January 2008 Telly babe Fearne Cotton dream has come true with landing a major gig in the US - Move over Cat Deeley!
23rd January 2008 Telly babe Fearne Cotton dream has come true with landing a major gig in the US - Move over Cat Deeley!
Farewell to Vera
22nd January 2008 An estimated 12.5 million Coronation Street fans tuned in to the tear-jerking episode in which former pub landlady Vera Duckworth breathed her last breath...
22nd January 2008 An estimated 12.5 million Coronation Street fans tuned in to the tear-jerking episode in which former pub landlady Vera Duckworth breathed her last breath...
Congratulations to Geoff Miller
21st January 2008 Geoff Miller has been appointed to the new full-time post of National Selector for the England Cricket team
21st January 2008 Geoff Miller has been appointed to the new full-time post of National Selector for the England Cricket team
ITV's News at Ten goes live
15th January 2008 ITV's Trevor McDonald appears on the return of News at Ten
15th January 2008 ITV's Trevor McDonald appears on the return of News at Ten
Most watched UK TV presenters of 2007/08
14th January 2008 I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! presenters Ant McPartlin and Dec Donnelly were the most-watched UK TV hosts of last year, a survey has shown.
14th January 2008 I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! presenters Ant McPartlin and Dec Donnelly were the most-watched UK TV hosts of last year, a survey has shown.
Dancing on Ice Stars Revealed
8th January 2008 Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby returns as host of the new series of Dancing on Ice
8th January 2008 Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby returns as host of the new series of Dancing on Ice
Dermot Murnaghan is Sky High
7th January 2008 Dermot Murnaghan makes the brash move from BBC to the world of "Sky News Today"
7th January 2008 Dermot Murnaghan makes the brash move from BBC to the world of "Sky News Today"
Eco-Homes by Kevin McCloud
4th January 2008 Kevin McCloud, presenter of hit Channel 4 series Grand Designs plans for hundreds of eco-homes in Swindon.
4th January 2008 Kevin McCloud, presenter of hit Channel 4 series Grand Designs plans for hundreds of eco-homes in Swindon.
All The Dragons Invest
3rd January 2008 For the first time at Dragons Den, all the Dargons invested in the same product
3rd January 2008 For the first time at Dragons Den, all the Dargons invested in the same product
New Year's Honours List
2nd January 2008 Notable personalities who were awarded New Year's Honours included Kylie Minogue, Michael Parkinon, Des Lynam and George Alagiah amongst others.
2nd January 2008 Notable personalities who were awarded New Year's Honours included Kylie Minogue, Michael Parkinon, Des Lynam and George Alagiah amongst others.
What Do Leaders Really Do? By Jeff Grout
19th December 2007 Jeff Grout writes article for the Edge Magazine due to be published in February 2008
19th December 2007 Jeff Grout writes article for the Edge Magazine due to be published in February 2008
Gethin Jones dances off Strictly
17th December 2007 Blue Peter presenter Gethin Jones has been voted off reality show Strictly Come Dancing, leaving Alesha Dixon and Matt Di Angelo to fight for the title.
17th December 2007 Blue Peter presenter Gethin Jones has been voted off reality show Strictly Come Dancing, leaving Alesha Dixon and Matt Di Angelo to fight for the title.
Dee finds going tough in Transat
12th December 2007 British yachtswoman Dee Caffari is sailing Open 60 in Transat ECoverB2B race Caffari said it was a "baptism of fire" against leading competitors in the class
12th December 2007 British yachtswoman Dee Caffari is sailing Open 60 in Transat ECoverB2B race Caffari said it was a "baptism of fire" against leading competitors in the class
Silverton to present new bulletin
10th December 2007 Kate Silverton is to present the BBC's new 2000GMT news bulletin, the corporation has announced
10th December 2007 Kate Silverton is to present the BBC's new 2000GMT news bulletin, the corporation has announced
Jamie Oliver raises money for Fifteen Foundation
7th December 2007 Jamie Oliver raises funds for his charity that helps train unemployed young people to become chefs and work in the restaurant business
7th December 2007 Jamie Oliver raises funds for his charity that helps train unemployed young people to become chefs and work in the restaurant business
Triumphant night for 'Gavin and Stacey' at comedy awards
6th December 2007 The simple premise of boy meets girl resulted in three prestigious British Comedy Awards last night.
6th December 2007 The simple premise of boy meets girl resulted in three prestigious British Comedy Awards last night.
Jacqueline Gold made new entry in Who’s Who 2008
5th December 2007 Jacqueline Gold, Chief Executive of Ann Summers and Knickerbox, has been made a new entry in Who’s Who 2008.
5th December 2007 Jacqueline Gold, Chief Executive of Ann Summers and Knickerbox, has been made a new entry in Who’s Who 2008.
US backs Lord Ashdown for Afghanistan role
4th December 2007 The United States is backing Lord Ashdown, the former Liberal Democrat leader who served as the international community's "high representative" in Bosnia, to be the United Nations new "super envoy" to Afghanistan.
4th December 2007 The United States is backing Lord Ashdown, the former Liberal Democrat leader who served as the international community's "high representative" in Bosnia, to be the United Nations new "super envoy" to Afghanistan.
Innovation to track carbon footprints
3rd December 2007 Irish mobile operators have welcomed the introduction of a new application to allow mobile users to track their own carbon footprint.
3rd December 2007 Irish mobile operators have welcomed the introduction of a new application to allow mobile users to track their own carbon footprint.
The Mirror hails Phil Ashby
30th November 2007 The Mirror newspaper is campaigning for a medal for every serviceman and woman killed or injured in battle and hails the heroics of Phil Ashby.
30th November 2007 The Mirror newspaper is campaigning for a medal for every serviceman and woman killed or injured in battle and hails the heroics of Phil Ashby.
London 2012 Releases Sustainability Plan
29th November 2007 Highlights of the sustainability plan, Towards A One Planet 2012, include: a carbon footprint study to measure the climate change impact of the Games and identify and prioritize areas for reducing emissions
29th November 2007 Highlights of the sustainability plan, Towards A One Planet 2012, include: a carbon footprint study to measure the climate change impact of the Games and identify and prioritize areas for reducing emissions
Albarn and Rimington to edit Today
28th November 2007 Musician Damon Albarn and former MI5 director-general Dame Stella Rimington are to edit BBC Radio 4's Today programme over the Christmas period.
28th November 2007 Musician Damon Albarn and former MI5 director-general Dame Stella Rimington are to edit BBC Radio 4's Today programme over the Christmas period.
Evan Davis: New man of Today
27th November 2007 Davis, 45, the BBC's economics editor, was last Wednesday appointed as a full-time presenter on Radio 4's Today, arguably the single most influential news programme made by the corporation.
27th November 2007 Davis, 45, the BBC's economics editor, was last Wednesday appointed as a full-time presenter on Radio 4's Today, arguably the single most influential news programme made by the corporation.
Parkinson's last stand
26th November 2007 The TV veteran handpicked the final lineup himself, which included David Beckham, Sir Michael Caine, Dame Judi Dench, Billy Connolly, Peter Kay, Dame Edna Everage.
26th November 2007 The TV veteran handpicked the final lineup himself, which included David Beckham, Sir Michael Caine, Dame Judi Dench, Billy Connolly, Peter Kay, Dame Edna Everage.
Britains dominate International Emmy awards
20th November 2007 British television productions dominated the International Emmy awards last night, winning seven awards
20th November 2007 British television productions dominated the International Emmy awards last night, winning seven awards
Children in Need show raises £19m
19th November 2007 The BBC's Children in Need appeal is on course for a record total after this year's TV show raised more than £19m.
19th November 2007 The BBC's Children in Need appeal is on course for a record total after this year's TV show raised more than £19m.
Stars unite for Children in Need
16th November 2007 Pop stars, actors and TV presenters are joining forces to raise money for BBC Children in Need. The annual fundraising event culminates in a seven-hour BBC One show with performers including The Spice Girls, Kylie Minogue and Annie Lennox.
16th November 2007 Pop stars, actors and TV presenters are joining forces to raise money for BBC Children in Need. The annual fundraising event culminates in a seven-hour BBC One show with performers including The Spice Girls, Kylie Minogue and Annie Lennox.
Blair opens sporting foundation
15th November 2007 Former prime minister Tony Blair opens a sporting foundation suppored by former Olympic track star Steve Cram and rower James Cracknell.
15th November 2007 Former prime minister Tony Blair opens a sporting foundation suppored by former Olympic track star Steve Cram and rower James Cracknell.
JACQUELINE GOLD VOTED BUSINESS ICON
14th November 2007 Jacqueline Gold, Chief Executive of Ann Summers and Knickerbox, has been voted one of the top business icons in a poll of women by Everywoman and NatWest Bank
14th November 2007 Jacqueline Gold, Chief Executive of Ann Summers and Knickerbox, has been voted one of the top business icons in a poll of women by Everywoman and NatWest Bank
Bear Grylls proves his worth
13th November 2007 Bear Grylls is returning to the Discovery Channel to prove himself a true adventurer on "Man Vs. Wild."
13th November 2007 Bear Grylls is returning to the Discovery Channel to prove himself a true adventurer on "Man Vs. Wild."
Sir Clive Woodward prepares for 2012
12th November 2007 As director of elite performance for the British Olympic Association (BOA), Sir Clive Woodward is the man charged with finding and developing talent in time for the 2012 Olympics in London
12th November 2007 As director of elite performance for the British Olympic Association (BOA), Sir Clive Woodward is the man charged with finding and developing talent in time for the 2012 Olympics in London
Jonathan Ross to host Comedy Awards '07
8th November 2007 British Comedy awards to be hosted by Jonathan Ross on December 5th
8th November 2007 British Comedy awards to be hosted by Jonathan Ross on December 5th
David Blunkett for safer transport
7th November 2007 David Blunkett, the former home secretary, is urging the government to support the introduction of a yellow school bus scheme.
7th November 2007 David Blunkett, the former home secretary, is urging the government to support the introduction of a yellow school bus scheme.
Visions of The Feature
6th November 2007 In this new three-part series, leading theoretical physicist and futurist Dr Michio Kaku explores the cutting edge science of today, tomorrow, and beyond
6th November 2007 In this new three-part series, leading theoretical physicist and futurist Dr Michio Kaku explores the cutting edge science of today, tomorrow, and beyond
BBC's new series of Autumnwatch starts
5th November 2007 Bill Oddie, Kate Humble and Simon King witness the beauty and drama of UK wildlife. Autumn brings the red deer rut, mass bird migrations and beautiful woodland colours.
5th November 2007 Bill Oddie, Kate Humble and Simon King witness the beauty and drama of UK wildlife. Autumn brings the red deer rut, mass bird migrations and beautiful woodland colours.
Caffari feels pull of hair-raising sprint to Brazil
3rd November 2007 Dee Caffari, who last year became the first woman to sail non-stop round the world against the winds and currents, is pumped. The 34-year-old former teacher is visibly excited by the 4,300-mile, eighth Transat Jaques Vabre race she starts today to Brazil
3rd November 2007 Dee Caffari, who last year became the first woman to sail non-stop round the world against the winds and currents, is pumped. The 34-year-old former teacher is visibly excited by the 4,300-mile, eighth Transat Jaques Vabre race she starts today to Brazil
CSR communications taken to a new level
2nd November 2007 CSR.TV is an online TV channel on corporate social responsibility (CSR), aiming to promote a sustainable and responsible business culture
2nd November 2007 CSR.TV is an online TV channel on corporate social responsibility (CSR), aiming to promote a sustainable and responsible business culture
The National Television Awards 2007
1st November 2007 In the end, the National Television Awards, which have been held in London, could have been rebranded Ant and Dec's Wednesday Night Takeaway.
1st November 2007 In the end, the National Television Awards, which have been held in London, could have been rebranded Ant and Dec's Wednesday Night Takeaway.
Mayor for Birmingham
29th October 2007 Among prominent figures so far touted for an elected mayor in Birmingham are Karen Brady, the managing director of Birmingham City Football Club, and Sir Digby Jones
29th October 2007 Among prominent figures so far touted for an elected mayor in Birmingham are Karen Brady, the managing director of Birmingham City Football Club, and Sir Digby Jones
John Simpson's memoirs
26th October 2007 The BBC's grandly titled world affairs editor John Simpson's memoirs "Not Quite World's End" is launched
26th October 2007 The BBC's grandly titled world affairs editor John Simpson's memoirs "Not Quite World's End" is launched
Sir Trevor McDonald returns to News at Ten
25th October 2007 ITV is mightily pleased with itself and all because it has lured Sir Trevor McDonald back to a revived News at Ten
25th October 2007 ITV is mightily pleased with itself and all because it has lured Sir Trevor McDonald back to a revived News at Ten
Gerald Ratner launches new book
24th October 2007 Gerald Ratner reveals the pain of becoming a national laughing stock in his new book "The Rise and Fall . . . and Rise Again."
24th October 2007 Gerald Ratner reveals the pain of becoming a national laughing stock in his new book "The Rise and Fall . . . and Rise Again."
Jeremy Paxman comes to America
22nd October 2007 BBC news anchor Jeremy Paxman is to begin appearing on BBC America later this fall, where he's expected to host a weekly roundup of world news.
22nd October 2007 BBC news anchor Jeremy Paxman is to begin appearing on BBC America later this fall, where he's expected to host a weekly roundup of world news.
Martin Johnson fancies England's chances
19th October 2007 Martin Johnson is in France this week but is keeping his distance from the holders' hotel as they attempt to become the first team to win successive tournaments
19th October 2007 Martin Johnson is in France this week but is keeping his distance from the holders' hotel as they attempt to become the first team to win successive tournaments
James Caan steps into the new Dragon Hot seat
16th October 2007 Captains of industry are again preparing themselves as Dragons' Den returns to our screens
16th October 2007 Captains of industry are again preparing themselves as Dragons' Den returns to our screens
Feeding Britain since 1947
15th October 2007 She is too modest to admit it, but 60 years ago Marguerite Patten was the Jamie Oliver of her day. Now, at 91, she is about to be named Woman of the Year
15th October 2007 She is too modest to admit it, but 60 years ago Marguerite Patten was the Jamie Oliver of her day. Now, at 91, she is about to be named Woman of the Year
Omid Djalili writes and appears in his own BBC show
11th October 2007 Omid Djalili, one of Britain's best known contemporary comic performers and multi award-winning stand-up, is to write and appear in his own BBC ONE show.
11th October 2007 Omid Djalili, one of Britain's best known contemporary comic performers and multi award-winning stand-up, is to write and appear in his own BBC ONE show.
Sustainability: A Nobel Cause
10th October 2007 Nobel laureates are meeting with top climate and energy experts and politicians to discuss global sustainability.
10th October 2007 Nobel laureates are meeting with top climate and energy experts and politicians to discuss global sustainability.
Natasha Kaplinsky joins Five
8th October 2007 BBC newsreader Natasha Kaplinsky is leaving the corporation to join commercial broadcaster Five.
8th October 2007 BBC newsreader Natasha Kaplinsky is leaving the corporation to join commercial broadcaster Five.
England defeat Australia
7th October 2007 Sir Clive Woodward believes England's success in reaching the World Cup semi-finals proves what can be done when players are given time to prepare.
7th October 2007 Sir Clive Woodward believes England's success in reaching the World Cup semi-finals proves what can be done when players are given time to prepare.
Clarkson, Hammond & May present new Top Gear series
5th October 2007 Stop the clocks, silence the dog with a juicy bone and cancel anything you were planning to do on Sunday evenings for the next ten weeks - Top Gear is back
5th October 2007 Stop the clocks, silence the dog with a juicy bone and cancel anything you were planning to do on Sunday evenings for the next ten weeks - Top Gear is back
Glisten forms joint venture with Sahar Hashemi
5th October 2007 Sahar Hashemi just completed a deal where she sold 50% of Skinny Candy to a confectionery company Glisten Plc. Practicing.
5th October 2007 Sahar Hashemi just completed a deal where she sold 50% of Skinny Candy to a confectionery company Glisten Plc. Practicing.
England prepare for Australia clash
4th October 2007 Lawrence Dallaglio and England prepare for their meeting with Australia at the Stade Vélodrome, on Saturday
4th October 2007 Lawrence Dallaglio and England prepare for their meeting with Australia at the Stade Vélodrome, on Saturday
Polar explorer Pen Hadow launches World Responsible Tourism Day
3rd October 2007 Polar explorer Pen Hadow puts World Responsible Tourism Day in the spotlight when he launches the day of action at on Wednesday 14 November 2007.
3rd October 2007 Polar explorer Pen Hadow puts World Responsible Tourism Day in the spotlight when he launches the day of action at on Wednesday 14 November 2007.
Brydon a motivational guru
2nd October 2007 In the new training movie, Pass it on: Coaching Skills for Managers, written by Armando Iannucci, Brydon and fellow comedian Will Smith attempt to show line managers the coaching skills they need to guide and encourage up and coming staff.
2nd October 2007 In the new training movie, Pass it on: Coaching Skills for Managers, written by Armando Iannucci, Brydon and fellow comedian Will Smith attempt to show line managers the coaching skills they need to guide and encourage up and coming staff.
Kirsty Young is new face of BBC Crimewatch
1st October 2007 Kirsty Young, the former Channel Five newsreader, is to be the new, more youthful face of the BBC's Crimewatch, it has been revealed.
1st October 2007 Kirsty Young, the former Channel Five newsreader, is to be the new, more youthful face of the BBC's Crimewatch, it has been revealed.
Fogle and Cracknell race to the South Pole
30th September 2007 AFTER nearly drowning when they rowed across the Atlantic, Ben Fogle and James Cracknell are planning a race on foot to the South Pole - and are trying to recruit Leonardo DiCaprio, the Hollywood star, to join them.
30th September 2007 AFTER nearly drowning when they rowed across the Atlantic, Ben Fogle and James Cracknell are planning a race on foot to the South Pole - and are trying to recruit Leonardo DiCaprio, the Hollywood star, to join them.
Jake Meyer at the National Venue Show
25th September 2007 Jake Meyer on behalf of Speakers Corner talks at the National Venue Show today
25th September 2007 Jake Meyer on behalf of Speakers Corner talks at the National Venue Show today
MOBO Awards, Vodafone Awards and Amy Winehouse
20th September 2007 Amy Winehouse won awards at the MOBO and at the Vodaone Awards last night- Congratulations to all the winners
20th September 2007 Amy Winehouse won awards at the MOBO and at the Vodaone Awards last night- Congratulations to all the winners
Record industry support for the Ocean
19th September 2007 Major retailers and businesses join a long list of chefs and celebrities, to pledge their support for the Seafood industry
19th September 2007 Major retailers and businesses join a long list of chefs and celebrities, to pledge their support for the Seafood industry
Happy 101st Birthday to the Father of Motivational Theory
18th September 2007 September 16th would have been the 101st birthday of Douglas McGregor, the MIT psychology professor who, in 1960, authored “Theory X and Theory Y”.
18th September 2007 September 16th would have been the 101st birthday of Douglas McGregor, the MIT psychology professor who, in 1960, authored “Theory X and Theory Y”.
McGuigan crowned a knock-out chef
18th September 2007 Former world boxing champion Barry McGuigan was crowned head chef of ITV's culinary reality show Hell's Kitchen
18th September 2007 Former world boxing champion Barry McGuigan was crowned head chef of ITV's culinary reality show Hell's Kitchen
Married couple in Strictly Come Dancing line-up
17th September 2007 Sequins will fly when the first married couple take to the floor on Strictly Come Dancing.
17th September 2007 Sequins will fly when the first married couple take to the floor on Strictly Come Dancing.
Wogan searches for ultimate pop icon
12th September 2007 Terry Wogan is to lead a search for the ultimate pop icon of the last 40 years.
12th September 2007 Terry Wogan is to lead a search for the ultimate pop icon of the last 40 years.
The inaugural ICC World Twenty20 kicks off
11th September 2007 The inaugural ICC World Twenty20 starts at the Wanderers in Johannesburg today. England's first game is against Zimbabwe on Thursday
11th September 2007 The inaugural ICC World Twenty20 starts at the Wanderers in Johannesburg today. England's first game is against Zimbabwe on Thursday
From The Ashes to The Archers
11th September 2007 Mike Gatting joins a long list of famous names to guest on the show including Terry Wogan, Alan Titchmarsh, Griff Rhys Jones, Chris Moyles and HRH Princess Margaret.
11th September 2007 Mike Gatting joins a long list of famous names to guest on the show including Terry Wogan, Alan Titchmarsh, Griff Rhys Jones, Chris Moyles and HRH Princess Margaret.
Mears & Uhlenbroek pick up honorary degrees
10th September 2007 Survival expert Ray Mears and Chinese cooking legend Ken Hom are collecting honorary degrees from Oxford Brookes University this week
10th September 2007 Survival expert Ray Mears and Chinese cooking legend Ken Hom are collecting honorary degrees from Oxford Brookes University this week
The festival fights back
7th September 2007 Earlier this year the Belfast Festival was faced with closure, but now it's bouncing back with the announcement of a confident, world-class programme. Frank Skinner, Bill Bailey, Sir Ranulph Fiennes and John Simpson are among the highlights
7th September 2007 Earlier this year the Belfast Festival was faced with closure, but now it's bouncing back with the announcement of a confident, world-class programme. Frank Skinner, Bill Bailey, Sir Ranulph Fiennes and John Simpson are among the highlights
Stars come out for Radio 1 birthday
6th September 2007 Paul McCartney, Noel Gallagher and Tony Blackburn will present a series of programmes on Radio 1 as part of the station's 40th birthday celebrations
6th September 2007 Paul McCartney, Noel Gallagher and Tony Blackburn will present a series of programmes on Radio 1 as part of the station's 40th birthday celebrations
Awards haul for Coronation Street
5th September 2007 Coronation Street has won four prizes at the TV Quick and TV Choice awards, beating rival EastEnders to best soap
5th September 2007 Coronation Street has won four prizes at the TV Quick and TV Choice awards, beating rival EastEnders to best soap
England's rugby world cup bid begins
4th September 2007 The view that England are not a million miles away from re-establishing themselves as a world force is echoed by the entire squad, the only variables being the precise time scale and the method involved.
4th September 2007 The view that England are not a million miles away from re-establishing themselves as a world force is echoed by the entire squad, the only variables being the precise time scale and the method involved.
Nigella Lawson is back for a new series
3rd September 2007 Nigella Lawson is back for a new series which promises to spice up Monday nights over the next few months. She will be offering a large portion of tips and ideas on how to make great food without spending hours slaving away in the kitchen.
3rd September 2007 Nigella Lawson is back for a new series which promises to spice up Monday nights over the next few months. She will be offering a large portion of tips and ideas on how to make great food without spending hours slaving away in the kitchen.
Big Brother winner
1st September 2007 Brian Belo has won the eighth series of Big Brother after coming top in the public vote
1st September 2007 Brian Belo has won the eighth series of Big Brother after coming top in the public vote
Revealed: 100 most powerful women
31st August 2007 ONE is the monarch, one the head of a male-dominated bastion of the business world and the other a controversial architect.
31st August 2007 ONE is the monarch, one the head of a male-dominated bastion of the business world and the other a controversial architect.
Strong Man with Martin Bayfield
30th August 2007 The worlds greatest strongman presented by Martin Bayfield. Five competitors lift those giant granite balls to prove their superior might.
30th August 2007 The worlds greatest strongman presented by Martin Bayfield. Five competitors lift those giant granite balls to prove their superior might.
Debra Searle smashes new record
29th August 2007 Debra Searle successfully navigated the Sisterhood to a new World Record, smashing the previous record for dragon boating across the English Channel by four hours.
29th August 2007 Debra Searle successfully navigated the Sisterhood to a new World Record, smashing the previous record for dragon boating across the English Channel by four hours.
Strummer of love
28th August 2007 Inextricably connected in many minds with acts such as George Formby and Tiny Tim, the ukulele has enjoyed something of a renaissance in recent years, earning a credibility among musicians and a popularity with amateurs it had lacked for decades
28th August 2007 Inextricably connected in many minds with acts such as George Formby and Tiny Tim, the ukulele has enjoyed something of a renaissance in recent years, earning a credibility among musicians and a popularity with amateurs it had lacked for decades
London celebrates good food and fine wine
24th August 2007 Celebrity chefs Ainsley Hariott, Gordon Ramsey, Rick Stein, Gary Rhodes, Jamie Oliver, Anthony Worrall Thompson and many others will be giving out cooking master classes and sharing some of their most prized secrets
24th August 2007 Celebrity chefs Ainsley Hariott, Gordon Ramsey, Rick Stein, Gary Rhodes, Jamie Oliver, Anthony Worrall Thompson and many others will be giving out cooking master classes and sharing some of their most prized secrets
Edinburgh Festival reveals comedy shortlist
23rd August 2007 Formerly known as the Perriers stand-ups Jon Richardson, Micky Flanagan and Zoe Lyons are up for the best newcomer prize.
23rd August 2007 Formerly known as the Perriers stand-ups Jon Richardson, Micky Flanagan and Zoe Lyons are up for the best newcomer prize.
Steve Coogan signed to play Eddie the Eagle
13th August 2007 Steve Coogan has signed up to play Eddie "The Eagle" Edwards in a film of the British ski-jumper's life story. Eddie the Eagle achieved hero status by turning conventional aspirations on their head.
13th August 2007 Steve Coogan has signed up to play Eddie "The Eagle" Edwards in a film of the British ski-jumper's life story. Eddie the Eagle achieved hero status by turning conventional aspirations on their head.
Cavalcade starts Edinburgh festival season
8th August 2007 Speakers Corner are heading up to the Edinburgh festival to source cabaret acts, speakers and generally talented folk to help us continue to make fresh and innovative recommendations for your event.
8th August 2007 Speakers Corner are heading up to the Edinburgh festival to source cabaret acts, speakers and generally talented folk to help us continue to make fresh and innovative recommendations for your event.
Andy Goldstein replaces Tim Lovejoy
1st August 2007 Andy Goldstein replaces Tim Lovejoy to host Soccer AM alongside pal Helen Chamberlain.
1st August 2007 Andy Goldstein replaces Tim Lovejoy to host Soccer AM alongside pal Helen Chamberlain.
Mountain: New BBC documentary and book by Griff
27th July 2007 Join Griff on his five week journey on the BBC to find out about the mountains he tackles and the people he meets.
27th July 2007 Join Griff on his five week journey on the BBC to find out about the mountains he tackles and the people he meets.
BBC's 'One Show' is back
14th July 2007 Adrian Chiles & Myleene Klass host BBC's One Show with an impressive line-up of talented presenters
14th July 2007 Adrian Chiles & Myleene Klass host BBC's One Show with an impressive line-up of talented presenters
Alastair Campbell - Author of 'The Blair Years'
9th July 2007 The Blair Years is a compelling and revealing account of contemporary politics
9th July 2007 The Blair Years is a compelling and revealing account of contemporary politics
Round the Island Race 2007
26th June 2007 A record number of yachts completed this year's Round the Island Race with Dame Ellen MacArthur skippering an Extreme 40 catamaran to first place
26th June 2007 A record number of yachts completed this year's Round the Island Race with Dame Ellen MacArthur skippering an Extreme 40 catamaran to first place
Peter Jones Launches New "Tycoon" Series
20th June 2007 Multi-millionaire Peter Jones has selected six entrepreneurs to battle it out to win new Tv programme Tycoon. The six will live and work together with the winning entrepreneur scooping all the profits made by the six companies.
20th June 2007 Multi-millionaire Peter Jones has selected six entrepreneurs to battle it out to win new Tv programme Tycoon. The six will live and work together with the winning entrepreneur scooping all the profits made by the six companies.
David Juritz
12th June 2007 Concert violinist, David Juritz, busks outside London concert halls in preparation for his 60,000 mile journey
12th June 2007 Concert violinist, David Juritz, busks outside London concert halls in preparation for his 60,000 mile journey
The Apprentice
7th June 2007 Simon Ambrose and Kristina Grimes will battle it out in the final of The Apprentice next week after Katie Hopkins dropped out of the race
7th June 2007 Simon Ambrose and Kristina Grimes will battle it out in the final of The Apprentice next week after Katie Hopkins dropped out of the race
This Is Your Life with Sir Trevor McDonald
4th June 2007 This is Your Life returned to our screens on Saturday night with the new host Sir Trevor McDonald. His first 'victim' was host of Pop Idol Simon Cowell
4th June 2007 This is Your Life returned to our screens on Saturday night with the new host Sir Trevor McDonald. His first 'victim' was host of Pop Idol Simon Cowell
Springwatch
29th May 2007 Springwatch returned to the television screens last night and over the next three weeks, Bill Oddie, Kate Humble and Simon King will guide us through watching spring advance.
29th May 2007 Springwatch returned to the television screens last night and over the next three weeks, Bill Oddie, Kate Humble and Simon King will guide us through watching spring advance.
Baftas
21st May 2007 Victoria Wood and Ricky Gervais were among the winners at this year's Bafta TV awards hosted by Graham Norton
21st May 2007 Victoria Wood and Ricky Gervais were among the winners at this year's Bafta TV awards hosted by Graham Norton
Mount Everest
18th May 2007 Fifteen more climbers from five countries have successfully reached the summit of Mount Everest
18th May 2007 Fifteen more climbers from five countries have successfully reached the summit of Mount Everest
Sir Robin Knox-Johnston
15th May 2007 Sir Robin Knox-Johnston returns to British shores after making history yet again
15th May 2007 Sir Robin Knox-Johnston returns to British shores after making history yet again
Dame Ellen MacArthur
10th May 2007 Ellen announces that she won't be embarking on any solo voyages in the next 3 years
10th May 2007 Ellen announces that she won't be embarking on any solo voyages in the next 3 years
Dr Robert Holden on Oprah
3rd May 2007 Dr Robert Holden has achieved huge international acclaim after appearing live on the Oprah Winfrey Show, broadcast on April 11th 2007
3rd May 2007 Dr Robert Holden has achieved huge international acclaim after appearing live on the Oprah Winfrey Show, broadcast on April 11th 2007
Miles Hilton-Barber
3rd May 2007 Blind pilot has successfully achieved his dream of flying from the UK to Australia in a microlight
3rd May 2007 Blind pilot has successfully achieved his dream of flying from the UK to Australia in a microlight
Congratulations to Sony Radio Award Winners
1st May 2007 Congratulations to all the Sony Radio Academy Award winners last night, with special mention to a couple of Speakers Corner's favourite speakers and facilitators in John Humphrys and Nicky Campbell
1st May 2007 Congratulations to all the Sony Radio Academy Award winners last night, with special mention to a couple of Speakers Corner's favourite speakers and facilitators in John Humphrys and Nicky Campbell
Veuve Clicqout Business Woman of the Year
20th April 2007 This year's Veuve Clicquot businesswomen of the year award was won by Rosaleen Blair, Chief Executive of Alexander Mann Solutions - congratulations from all of us at Speakers Corner
20th April 2007 This year's Veuve Clicquot businesswomen of the year award was won by Rosaleen Blair, Chief Executive of Alexander Mann Solutions - congratulations from all of us at Speakers Corner
Ant & Dec
18th April 2007 Tyneside's most famous showbiz duo, Ant & Dec are presenters of I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here and Saturday Night Takeaway
18th April 2007 Tyneside's most famous showbiz duo, Ant & Dec are presenters of I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here and Saturday Night Takeaway
Big Ideas that Changed the World
10th April 2007 Jonathan Porritt tackles consumerism on Channel Five's series 'Big Ideas that Changed the World' on Tuesday 10th April
10th April 2007 Jonathan Porritt tackles consumerism on Channel Five's series 'Big Ideas that Changed the World' on Tuesday 10th April
Sony Radio Awards
28th March 2007 Jonathan Ross and Chris Evans are battling for the title of Personality of the Year at the 25th Sony Radio Awards
28th March 2007 Jonathan Ross and Chris Evans are battling for the title of Personality of the Year at the 25th Sony Radio Awards
The Apprentice
22nd March 2007 On the eve of the new series of The Apprentice, Tim Campbell, the 2005 winner leaves Amstrad to start up on his own
22nd March 2007 On the eve of the new series of The Apprentice, Tim Campbell, the 2005 winner leaves Amstrad to start up on his own
Fame Academy
16th March 2007 Let battle commence tonight between Tricia Penrose and Tara Palmer-Tomkinson
16th March 2007 Let battle commence tonight between Tricia Penrose and Tara Palmer-Tomkinson
Louise Redknapp
9th March 2007 Louise Redknapp endured a punishing 30-day experiment for the documentary 'The Truth About Size Zero'
9th March 2007 Louise Redknapp endured a punishing 30-day experiment for the documentary 'The Truth About Size Zero'
Castaway 2007
7th March 2007 Castaway 2007, located on the Great Barrier Island in New Zealand, starts on BBC1 this week
7th March 2007 Castaway 2007, located on the Great Barrier Island in New Zealand, starts on BBC1 this week
Comic Relief does Fame Academy returns to our screens
5th March 2007 The third series of the star-studded singing contest Comic Relief Does Fame Academy. Hosts Patrick Kielty and Claudia Winkleman will present the show live from the Academy's spectacular new venue.
5th March 2007 The third series of the star-studded singing contest Comic Relief Does Fame Academy. Hosts Patrick Kielty and Claudia Winkleman will present the show live from the Academy's spectacular new venue.
Bear Grylls on Telly
5th March 2007 Bear Grylls returned to the TV screens this weekend, where he is dropped into some of the most inhospitable terrain in the world and has to use his survival skills, strength and courage to get out
5th March 2007 Bear Grylls returned to the TV screens this weekend, where he is dropped into some of the most inhospitable terrain in the world and has to use his survival skills, strength and courage to get out
Dame Tanni Grey Thompson
28th February 2007 Dame Tanni Grey Thompson, Britain's most successful Paralympian, has announced her retirement. She will make her last appearance for Great Britain at May's Paralympic World Cup in Manchester
28th February 2007 Dame Tanni Grey Thompson, Britain's most successful Paralympian, has announced her retirement. She will make her last appearance for Great Britain at May's Paralympic World Cup in Manchester
Wednesday Line Up at Confex
21st February 2007 Jim Lawless, Clive Coleman, Jeff Grout and John Peters all can be found at Speakers Corner stand at Confex today
21st February 2007 Jim Lawless, Clive Coleman, Jeff Grout and John Peters all can be found at Speakers Corner stand at Confex today
Thursday at Confex with Speakers Corner
21st February 2007 Another great day at Confex lies ahead with Speakers Corner, why not visit us at stand R218 where Kriss Akabusi, Tim Fitzhigham and Tim Oliver will be joining us to meet you
21st February 2007 Another great day at Confex lies ahead with Speakers Corner, why not visit us at stand R218 where Kriss Akabusi, Tim Fitzhigham and Tim Oliver will be joining us to meet you
Ray Hammond
12th February 2007 Ray Hammond has been elected a Fellow of the World Innovation Foundation (WIF)
12th February 2007 Ray Hammond has been elected a Fellow of the World Innovation Foundation (WIF)
Speakers Corner at Confex 2007
9th February 2007 We will be exhibiting at Confex in Earls Court on 20-22 February and would be delighted to welcome you to our stand R218
9th February 2007 We will be exhibiting at Confex in Earls Court on 20-22 February and would be delighted to welcome you to our stand R218
Pen Hadow and Michael McGrath
22nd January 2007 Motivational speakers, Pen Hadow and Michael McGrath, join forces to offer a unique double-act
22nd January 2007 Motivational speakers, Pen Hadow and Michael McGrath, join forces to offer a unique double-act
Clive Coleman news
12th January 2007 Catch up with Clive Coleman on Radio 4 on The News Quiz and Law in Action
12th January 2007 Catch up with Clive Coleman on Radio 4 on The News Quiz and Law in Action
Bill Oddie Back in the USA
12th January 2007 43 years later and Bill Oddie is back in the USA introducing us to a wealth of unexpected and interesting wildlife
12th January 2007 43 years later and Bill Oddie is back in the USA introducing us to a wealth of unexpected and interesting wildlife
BBC2 Did They Pay off their mortgage
12th January 2007 Rene Caryol hosts the new series of Did They Pay Off Their Mortgage in Two Years?
12th January 2007 Rene Caryol hosts the new series of Did They Pay Off Their Mortgage in Two Years?
Celebrity Big Brother 2007
5th January 2007 Davina introduced the usual mix of personalities in the latest Celebrity Big Brother, including a controversial film director, a Bollywood beauty, Michael Jackson's brother and 70's pop singer.
5th January 2007 Davina introduced the usual mix of personalities in the latest Celebrity Big Brother, including a controversial film director, a Bollywood beauty, Michael Jackson's brother and 70's pop singer.
BBC1s Mission Africa
4th January 2007 Watch TV presenter Nick Knowles, together with former SAS major and motivational speaker, Ken Hames in BBC1's documentary Mission Africa on Wednesdays at 8.30pm
4th January 2007 Watch TV presenter Nick Knowles, together with former SAS major and motivational speaker, Ken Hames in BBC1's documentary Mission Africa on Wednesdays at 8.30pm
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
20th December 2006 The team at Speakers Corner would like to wish all our clients, speakers and visitors to our website a merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
20th December 2006 The team at Speakers Corner would like to wish all our clients, speakers and visitors to our website a merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Congratulations to Zara Phillips
13th December 2006 Congatulations to Zara Phillips for winning Sports Personality of the Year
13th December 2006 Congatulations to Zara Phillips for winning Sports Personality of the Year
Sports Personality of The Year
8th December 2006 This sunday is the Sports Personality of The Year awards which this year is being hosted in Birmingham presented by Adrian Chiles
8th December 2006 This sunday is the Sports Personality of The Year awards which this year is being hosted in Birmingham presented by Adrian Chiles
Entrepreneur of The Year
8th December 2006 After not making the grade according to the dragons on Dragons Den, Rachel Lowe has proved them all wrong as she is voted Entrepreneur of The Year for her best selling game, Destination.
8th December 2006 After not making the grade according to the dragons on Dragons Den, Rachel Lowe has proved them all wrong as she is voted Entrepreneur of The Year for her best selling game, Destination.
Carol Smilie leaves Strictly Come Dancing
5th December 2006 Television presenter Carol Smilie has become the latest celebrity to be voted off 'Strictly Come Dancing'.
5th December 2006 Television presenter Carol Smilie has become the latest celebrity to be voted off 'Strictly Come Dancing'.
King of The Jungle
5th December 2006 The sixth season of I'm A Celebrity, Get Me Out Of Here! saw former Busted boy-bander Matt Willis crowned the 'King of the Jungle'
5th December 2006 The sixth season of I'm A Celebrity, Get Me Out Of Here! saw former Busted boy-bander Matt Willis crowned the 'King of the Jungle'
Jacqueline Gold Joins the new ITV gameshow
1st December 2006 Ann Summers boss Jacqueline Gold has joined the new show 'Fortune' on ITV to be transmitted in January 07 alongside Jeffrey Archer, Duncan Bannatyne, Simon Jordan and Kanya King
1st December 2006 Ann Summers boss Jacqueline Gold has joined the new show 'Fortune' on ITV to be transmitted in January 07 alongside Jeffrey Archer, Duncan Bannatyne, Simon Jordan and Kanya King
Oz and James enjoy their wines
29th November 2006 Oz Clarke and James May head to France to drink their way through the country's fabulous vineyards.
29th November 2006 Oz Clarke and James May head to France to drink their way through the country's fabulous vineyards.
Joe Simpson - Touching the Void
25th November 2006 The film Touching the Void featuring one of our favourite speakers is to be aired on Channel 4 Saturday 25th November
25th November 2006 The film Touching the Void featuring one of our favourite speakers is to be aired on Channel 4 Saturday 25th November
Great Night for The Brits at the Emmys
22nd November 2006 At the International Emmy awards ceremony hosted in New York, Britain took home the most gongs of any country with success for Gordon Ramsey and Little Britain among others.
22nd November 2006 At the International Emmy awards ceremony hosted in New York, Britain took home the most gongs of any country with success for Gordon Ramsey and Little Britain among others.
And So It Returns
8th November 2006 The new series of I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here is returning with a whole new batch of celebrities to experience life in the jungle.
8th November 2006 The new series of I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here is returning with a whole new batch of celebrities to experience life in the jungle.
Pride of Britain Awards
8th November 2006 Amongst others, The Prime Minister and the Prince of Wales paid tribute to Britain's unsung heroes at the Daily Mirror's Pride of Britain awards.
8th November 2006 Amongst others, The Prime Minister and the Prince of Wales paid tribute to Britain's unsung heroes at the Daily Mirror's Pride of Britain awards.
National Television Awards 2006
2nd November 2006 Sir Trevor McDonald presented this years National Television Awards at the Royal Albert Hall with winners including Dr. Who, Eastenders, Jamie Oliver and X Factor
2nd November 2006 Sir Trevor McDonald presented this years National Television Awards at the Royal Albert Hall with winners including Dr. Who, Eastenders, Jamie Oliver and X Factor
Saira Khan launches new company
2nd November 2006 Saira Khan, the runner up in the 2005 'The Apprentice' series has recently launched her new business Miamoo.
2nd November 2006 Saira Khan, the runner up in the 2005 'The Apprentice' series has recently launched her new business Miamoo.
Never Mind The Buzzcocks
26th October 2006 Simon Amstell returns to television as the new host of 'Never Mind The Buzzcocks' on Thursdays on BBC
26th October 2006 Simon Amstell returns to television as the new host of 'Never Mind The Buzzcocks' on Thursdays on BBC
Sir Robin Knox-Johnston is competing in the VELUX 5 OCEANS round the world yacht race
23rd October 2006 Sir Robin Knox-Johnston is competing in the VELUX 5 OCEANS round the world yacht race. He will set sail in his yacht ‘Saga Insurance’ from Bilbao, Spain on 22 October.
23rd October 2006 Sir Robin Knox-Johnston is competing in the VELUX 5 OCEANS round the world yacht race. He will set sail in his yacht ‘Saga Insurance’ from Bilbao, Spain on 22 October.
Kiran Desai wins the Booker Prize
19th October 2006 Kiran Desia has recently won the Booker Prize for her second novel, The Inheritance of Loss.
19th October 2006 Kiran Desia has recently won the Booker Prize for her second novel, The Inheritance of Loss.
Jeremy Paxman
13th October 2006 Jeremy Paxman, one of our most popular celebrity conference hosts, publishes his latest book 'On Royalty'
13th October 2006 Jeremy Paxman, one of our most popular celebrity conference hosts, publishes his latest book 'On Royalty'
BBC Autumnwatch
10th October 2006 Witness the magic of the UK autumn with Bill Oddie, Kate Humble and Simon King
10th October 2006 Witness the magic of the UK autumn with Bill Oddie, Kate Humble and Simon King
Strictly Come Dancing
7th October 2006 The battle commences tonight for the men on BBC1s hit show 'Strictly Come Dancing'
7th October 2006 The battle commences tonight for the men on BBC1s hit show 'Strictly Come Dancing'
Celebrity Masterchef
28th September 2006 Good luck to Roger Black, Matt Dawson and Hardeep Singh Kohli in tonight's final of Celebrity Masterchef
28th September 2006 Good luck to Roger Black, Matt Dawson and Hardeep Singh Kohli in tonight's final of Celebrity Masterchef
Management Gurus
28th September 2006 Read about Neil Mullarkey's alternative management guru L-Vo, in the FT
28th September 2006 Read about Neil Mullarkey's alternative management guru L-Vo, in the FT
Celebrity Masterchef
13th September 2006 The return of Masterchef has recently hit the screens but this time it's a whole load of celebrities whose culinary skills are being tested in the Masterchef kitchens.
13th September 2006 The return of Masterchef has recently hit the screens but this time it's a whole load of celebrities whose culinary skills are being tested in the Masterchef kitchens.
World medals for Dame Tanni Grey-Thompson
13th September 2006 In her last ever World Championships, Dame Tanni Grey-Thompson won Gold, Silver and Bronze in Assen
13th September 2006 In her last ever World Championships, Dame Tanni Grey-Thompson won Gold, Silver and Bronze in Assen
Sir Clive Woodward and the British Olympic Association
7th September 2006 Sir Clive Woodward has been appointed full time elite performance director of the British Olympic Association. He will utilise his experience in preparing the Olympic team for Beijing and beyond
7th September 2006 Sir Clive Woodward has been appointed full time elite performance director of the British Olympic Association. He will utilise his experience in preparing the Olympic team for Beijing and beyond
Peter Kay to switch on the Blackpool Lights
31st August 2006 Peter Kay will top the bill at the star studded Blackpool extravaganza on Friday
31st August 2006 Peter Kay will top the bill at the star studded Blackpool extravaganza on Friday
Top Edinburgh comedy award goes to Phil Nichol
31st August 2006 Canadian Phil Nichol has scooped the Edinburgh If.Comeddie (formerly Perrier) Award
31st August 2006 Canadian Phil Nichol has scooped the Edinburgh If.Comeddie (formerly Perrier) Award
Noel Edmonds returns to the BBC
22nd August 2006 Noel Edmonds is beating the banker - he's landed another big deal and is going back to the BBC.
22nd August 2006 Noel Edmonds is beating the banker - he's landed another big deal and is going back to the BBC.
Rob Andrew accepts England Job
22nd August 2006 The Rugby Football Union announced on Friday that Rob Andrew, the former Director of Rugby of Newcastle Falcons, has been appointed as the RFU
22nd August 2006 The Rugby Football Union announced on Friday that Rob Andrew, the former Director of Rugby of Newcastle Falcons, has been appointed as the RFU
Apprentice loser gets own TV show
17th August 2006 The Apprentice runner-up Ruth Badger is to appear on a TV show aimed at finding inventors and entrepreneurs.
17th August 2006 The Apprentice runner-up Ruth Badger is to appear on a TV show aimed at finding inventors and entrepreneurs.
Farewell to Top of the Pops
28th July 2006 As we say farewell to the original poptastic chart programme, 'Top of the Pops', Jimmy Savile will don his gold track suit as a fitting finale to TOTP
28th July 2006 As we say farewell to the original poptastic chart programme, 'Top of the Pops', Jimmy Savile will don his gold track suit as a fitting finale to TOTP
Edinburgh Festival
26th July 2006 Over 800,000 people are expected to visit Edinburgh for this year's festival
26th July 2006 Over 800,000 people are expected to visit Edinburgh for this year's festival
Stella Rimington Interview
25th July 2006 Read The Times interview with former head of MI5, Stella Rimington
25th July 2006 Read The Times interview with former head of MI5, Stella Rimington
The Proms
17th July 2006 The Proms, which start tonight at the Royal Albert Hall, are a traditional part of the British summer
17th July 2006 The Proms, which start tonight at the Royal Albert Hall, are a traditional part of the British summer
Love Island is back
10th July 2006 Patrick Kielty and Fearne Cotton present the new series of Love Island
10th July 2006 Patrick Kielty and Fearne Cotton present the new series of Love Island
Sporting Winners
10th July 2006 The big sporting events of the summer are over with a fantastic result for both Roger Federer winning his fourth Wimbledon singles title and Italy taking the World Cup after extra time and penalties
10th July 2006 The big sporting events of the summer are over with a fantastic result for both Roger Federer winning his fourth Wimbledon singles title and Italy taking the World Cup after extra time and penalties
David Walliams completes Channel swim
5th July 2006 Little Britain star David Walliams has successfully completed the 21-mile swim across the English Channel to France.
5th July 2006 Little Britain star David Walliams has successfully completed the 21-mile swim across the English Channel to France.
Good luck David
4th July 2006 Little Britain funnyman David Walliams hopes to raise £500,000 for Sport Relief
4th July 2006 Little Britain funnyman David Walliams hopes to raise £500,000 for Sport Relief
Goodbye to a cricket legend
3rd July 2006 Freddie Trueman, one of the greatest English cricketers died on Saturday
3rd July 2006 Freddie Trueman, one of the greatest English cricketers died on Saturday
Eamonn Holmes honoured by QUB
3rd July 2006 TV presenter Eamonn Holmes has been awarded an Honorary Degree from Queens University Belfast
3rd July 2006 TV presenter Eamonn Holmes has been awarded an Honorary Degree from Queens University Belfast
Monty - So Near Yet So Far
19th June 2006 Colin 'Monty' Montgomerie blew his best ever chance to finally win a major as he double boegyed the last hole at the US Open at Winged Foot when only needing a par for Victory
19th June 2006 Colin 'Monty' Montgomerie blew his best ever chance to finally win a major as he double boegyed the last hole at the US Open at Winged Foot when only needing a par for Victory
The History of Comedy
13th June 2006 Former Faulty Towers star, John Cleese, is to retire to write the history of comedy
13th June 2006 Former Faulty Towers star, John Cleese, is to retire to write the history of comedy
Orange Prize for Fiction
6th June 2006 Zadie Smith is the bookmakers' favourite to win this year's Orange Prize with her 3rd novel 'On Beauty'
6th June 2006 Zadie Smith is the bookmakers' favourite to win this year's Orange Prize with her 3rd novel 'On Beauty'
Lucy Benjamin wins Celebrity X Factor
6th June 2006 Former EastEnders star Lucy Benjamin has become the first woman to win Celebrity X Factor
6th June 2006 Former EastEnders star Lucy Benjamin has become the first woman to win Celebrity X Factor
British Soap Awards
22nd May 2006 'EastEnders' topped seven categories at the British Soap Awards, claiming the title of Best Show ahead of Coronation Street and Emerdale
22nd May 2006 'EastEnders' topped seven categories at the British Soap Awards, claiming the title of Best Show ahead of Coronation Street and Emerdale
Chip & Pin fraud set to rise
10th May 2006 Fraud consultant, Frank Abagnale, is warning that Chip & Pin is highly vulnerable to interception by fraudsters
10th May 2006 Fraud consultant, Frank Abagnale, is warning that Chip & Pin is highly vulnerable to interception by fraudsters
Big Brother launches golden ticket race for final BB contestant
5th May 2006 100 golden tickets are to be hidden in special KitKat bars in a Willy Wonka-style competition which will give one lucky winner a place in the Big Brother house.
5th May 2006 100 golden tickets are to be hidden in special KitKat bars in a Willy Wonka-style competition which will give one lucky winner a place in the Big Brother house.
Arsenal head into the Champions League final
26th April 2006 For the second year running, an English team are appearing in the Champions League final - let's hope Arsenal follow last year's champions, Liverpool, to victory
26th April 2006 For the second year running, an English team are appearing in the Champions League final - let's hope Arsenal follow last year's champions, Liverpool, to victory
Snooker World Championships reaches its final stages this weekend
26th April 2006 Tension is mounting in the Snooker World Championship
26th April 2006 Tension is mounting in the Snooker World Championship
British Press Awards
21st April 2006 Hamish McRae, Francis Elliott & Lucy Bannerman are all British Press Award winners
21st April 2006 Hamish McRae, Francis Elliott & Lucy Bannerman are all British Press Award winners
Gwyneth is the top dressed Brit
10th April 2006 Gwyneth Paltrow has been named Britain's best dressed woman in a magazine top ten.
10th April 2006 Gwyneth Paltrow has been named Britain's best dressed woman in a magazine top ten.
Congratulations to Phil Mickelson
10th April 2006 Phil Mickelson won the 2006 Masters in Augusta by two strokes for his second Masters Green Jacket
10th April 2006 Phil Mickelson won the 2006 Masters in Augusta by two strokes for his second Masters Green Jacket
Tartan Week Launched
3rd April 2006 New York’s leading event celebrating Scottish history and culture
3rd April 2006 New York’s leading event celebrating Scottish history and culture
The Apprentice Chinese Style
31st March 2006 China to get its own TV version of the 'The Apprentice'
31st March 2006 China to get its own TV version of the 'The Apprentice'
Bafta Nominations
28th March 2006 A remarkable comeback for Noel Edmonds with a BAFTA nomination for Deal or No Deal
28th March 2006 A remarkable comeback for Noel Edmonds with a BAFTA nomination for Deal or No Deal
Test Cricket Win for England
24th March 2006 Brilliant performance from Freddie Flintoff and our boys in India
24th March 2006 Brilliant performance from Freddie Flintoff and our boys in India
Michael Portillo Goes Wild in Spain
19th March 2006 Ex-MP Michael Portillo takes us on his quest to find the rich wildlife of his father's homeland.
19th March 2006 Ex-MP Michael Portillo takes us on his quest to find the rich wildlife of his father's homeland.
Countdown to start of Asian Record Circuit
18th March 2006 Ellen MacArthur to establish crewed record times between Asian ports
18th March 2006 Ellen MacArthur to establish crewed record times between Asian ports
British scientist wins $1m prize
17th March 2006 Cambridge professor John D Barrow has won the world's biggest cash award, the annual $1.4m (
17th March 2006 Cambridge professor John D Barrow has won the world's biggest cash award, the annual $1.4m (
The Commonwealth Games
13th March 2006 As the Commonwealth games kicks off in Melbourne, a number of Speakers Corner favourite athletes and commentators will be appearing for their respective countries over the coming weeks
13th March 2006 As the Commonwealth games kicks off in Melbourne, a number of Speakers Corner favourite athletes and commentators will be appearing for their respective countries over the coming weeks
Jay Kay joins Sakhir Celebrity Race
8th March 2006 Pop star Jay Kay is the latest star name to sign up to Bahrain's pro-celebrity support race.
8th March 2006 Pop star Jay Kay is the latest star name to sign up to Bahrain's pro-celebrity support race.
Formula 1
8th March 2006 The glamorous and high speed world of the Formula One racing calendar kicks off again with the first race in Bahrain.
8th March 2006 The glamorous and high speed world of the Formula One racing calendar kicks off again with the first race in Bahrain.
Apprentice Series 2
7th March 2006 Alan Sugar puts the new recruits through their paces and Adrian Chiles interviews the fallout victim
7th March 2006 Alan Sugar puts the new recruits through their paces and Adrian Chiles interviews the fallout victim
Ben Fogle and James Cracknell row across the Atlantic
1st February 2006 Olympic champion James Cracknell and TV presenter Ben Fogle survived a terrifying capsize en route to third place in the Atlantic Rowing Race.
1st February 2006 Olympic champion James Cracknell and TV presenter Ben Fogle survived a terrifying capsize en route to third place in the Atlantic Rowing Race.
René Carayol hosts BBC2 programme
29th January 2006 René Carayol presents and offers advice to the contestants in the new BBC2 challenge - Pay Off Your Mortgage in Two Years
29th January 2006 René Carayol presents and offers advice to the contestants in the new BBC2 challenge - Pay Off Your Mortgage in Two Years
Noel Edmonds is busy with Deal or No Deal and his Qpod!
29th January 2006 Deal or No Deal has been a huge hit for Noel Edmonds - will his new venture, the Qpod, go the same way?
29th January 2006 Deal or No Deal has been a huge hit for Noel Edmonds - will his new venture, the Qpod, go the same way?
Torvill & Dean are back on the ice
18th January 2006 The UK's favourite ice dancers, Torvil & Dean are back on TV, training and coaching a group of celebrities in ITV's ice dance reality competition 'Dancing on Ice'
18th January 2006 The UK's favourite ice dancers, Torvil & Dean are back on TV, training and coaching a group of celebrities in ITV's ice dance reality competition 'Dancing on Ice'
Jerome K Jerome Three Men in a Boat
9th January 2006 Griff Rhys Jones, Rory McGrath, Dara OBriain and Loli (the mongrel) row gently down the river!
9th January 2006 Griff Rhys Jones, Rory McGrath, Dara OBriain and Loli (the mongrel) row gently down the river!
Celebrity Big Brother line up
6th January 2006 The who & why of the Big Brother celebrities introduced by Davina McCall
6th January 2006 The who & why of the Big Brother celebrities introduced by Davina McCall
Celebrity Big Brother 2006
4th January 2006 Much speculation as to who will be in 'the house' - all to be revealed on Thursday
4th January 2006 Much speculation as to who will be in 'the house' - all to be revealed on Thursday