01-03-2023, 04:45 PM
It looks like Huw has been persuaded to stay for "up to three years".
deadline.com
deadline.com
Quote:BBC Confident Of Signing New Deal With Huw Edwards Amid Presenter Exodus
EXCLUSIVE: The BBC is confident that it will stem the flow of its presenter exodus by signing a new deal with its highest-profile news anchor.
Deadline can reveal that BBC sources expect Huw Edwards to commit himself to the broadcaster for up to three years, ending speculation about his future.
Edwards, 61, is the BBC’s best-known and joint highest-paid news presenter. He has spoken recently about scaling back his duties, but BBC insiders are optimistic they have convinced him to stay after his standout year in 2022.
He is now expected to continue hosting BBC1’s 10PM bulletins, as well as playing a central role in the corporation’s coverage of King Charles III’s coronation in May. He will also be the face of the BBC’s general election output next year.