BBC NEWS stars have paid tribute to a beloved colleague as she announced her departure after years working for the Beeb.
Presenter Sally Bundock took to social media to reveal that Amanda Corp-Reader has left the broadcaster.
Amanda had worked as a director behind the camera, keeping the Beeb’s bulletins on air.
Paying tribute to her popular colleague, early morning anchor Sally wrote: “Saying goodbye to this lovely lady and fab colleague today.
“Amanda Corp-Reader you direct with such style, fun and authority. You will be hugely missed @BBCNews – thanks for keeping me in line and on air. Not an easy task!!
“All the best and hopefully see you soon.”
Sally, 52, then shared snaps with Amanda including from behind-the-scenes at BBC News.
Other colleagues from the Beeb have been left devastated by her departure and flooded Amanda with well-wishes.
Writing on social media, Richard Gordon said: “One of the best!!! Had some great bulletins directed by Amanda down the years!”
Posting alongside a sad emoji face, senior journalist Katie Silver said: “One of the greatest.”
“Still can’t believe she’s leaving, it definitely won’t be the same without her,” said another colleague.
While a fourth commented: “Happy retirement, Amanda. You have invested so much in our dear beautiful Sally bundock and the team. God bless you.”
Meanwhile, it’s not the only departure to be announced recently as Newsnight’s Mark Urban confirmed he is leaving the show.
In an emotional statement to fans, he revealed it was “time for a change”.
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Alongside two siren Emoji icons he wrote: “Personal news
“I’ll be leaving the BBC at the end of May.
“Newsnight in its current format will end then, so most posts will go. I decided not to apply for other BBC jobs.
“Working there for 35 yrs has been life defining: an eyewitness to history collaborating with such brilliant colleagues.
“But it’s time for a change.”
