21-09-2023, 04:31 AM
(20-09-2023, 09:34 PM)harshy Wrote: I don’t understand why bbc news came from Plymouth but it was nicely shot though as expected from a bbc network news programme.One of the Producers gave a short explanation on yesterday's Spotlight saying how they want to come from different locations around the UK to highlight specific issues. I guess this is also a continuation of the policy of not wanting to appear too London-centric.
They based themselves at the Uni's Maritime Studies Department and did some pieces about pollution in sea water and damage to marine life. Plymouth is as good a place as any to also discuss problems about the cost of living crisis and difficulties in the hospitality industry because of inflation. Good opportunity for plenty of vox pops with the locals.