BBC Breakfast presenter Naga Munchetty “has been looking for a new job”, according to reports, amid claims she could ‘quit’ the BBC.
Naga, 50, is reportedly the fourth highest-paid woman at the Beeb. The Corporation’s annual pay report revealed her salary was between £355,000 and £359,000, which also covers her work on Radio 5 Live.
However, amid recent claims concerning a ‘bullying row’, Naga has been tipped to leave – and talks are said to have been held about working for other broadcasters.
Naga Munchetty hosts alongside Charlie Stayt on BBC Breakfast (Credit: BBC iPlayer)
Could Naga Munchetty quit BBC Breakfast?
The Sun claims agents for Naga have been speaking to news radio station LBC in recent weeks.
And, last month, MailOnline reported Naga’s team had held talks with LBC and Sky News. The tabloid news website, however, indicated negotiations did not continue, alleging: “Naga has a reputation for being quite tough and difficult at times.”
An unnamed insider is said to have told MailOnline at the time: “There were quite a few discussions with both Sky and LBC but then it was decided by both that they wouldn’t go any further.”
Now, according to The Sun, there may be renewed interest in a move away from BBC Breakfast following reports she was allegedly reprimanded by bosses.
Additionally, show editor Richard Frediani was also reportedly investigated by an external consultant following complaints about his “draconian” approach and alleged incidents of misconduct.
He has returned to work on BBC Breakfast following an extended leave of absence during the probe.
Naga Munchetty ‘quit’ claims: ‘There were quite a few discussions with both Sky and LBC’ (Credit: BBC iPlayer)
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