BBC News: Presenters & Rotas

Well those sort of people are more likely to re appear on the news channel. They dont always continueon the news channel though.

I know, but it would still make sense to say 'goodbye to viewers on BBC One'. They might think it's more professional; it's not! Also, at the BOTH on the news channel, some presenters (like the ones mentioned, apart from Simon), don't say 'hello' or 'back'. Instead, they just say 'This is BBC News with (x), the headlines'. This makes it seem unwelcoming, and is also quite hostile.

Hostile? Honestly?

Yes, it is. When presenters don't say hello, goodbye, or welcome, it doesn't feel like you're being included. It sounds weird, but it's just a common courtesy.

Sorry but, in my opinion, your 'rule' only applies to morning, talk, variety shows...basically anything BUT news.

Oh I love this topic. After much thought, I'd go with something like "(we'll have more on x/coverage of y continues/Sportsday follows next) on BBC News, and on BBC One we join our news teams where you are. Good night/byeeeee."

or this.

All of the senior presenters manage to do it. You never see Huw Edwards not wishing the viewers a good night, or Kate Silverton never telling people to have a good afternoon. It just seems rude, to be honest.

Or, here's an alternative theory: people are different and say different things in different situations, and 99% of viewers couldn't care less if a presenter says hello or goodbye or not. Please continue this conversation in an email to Newswatch.

Before blaming the presenters, consider whether there may be any other factors involved.

Such as?

How much time they have to read their close for a start.

Considering 'bye' is under a second long, I don't think that's a good excuse. Anyway, it's personal preference. I just think it's nicer with a goodbye at the end.