Northern Irish broadcaster John Bennett dies aged 82By Gráinne Ní Aodha, PATributes have been paid to BBC broadcaster John Bennett who died aged 82 surrounded by his family on Friday evening. Mr Bennett presented his own weekday morning show on Radio Ulster throughout the 1990s and also presented a range of documentaries and special programmes on BBC Radio Ulster, including two series about railways. “John was with us from the very first day of Radio Ulster and has been an intrinsic part of the station ever since. We had the privilege of launching BBC Radio Ulster together and we have been friends ever since,” she said. “His contribution to audiences in Northern Ireland and beyond is immeasurable.

Source: Irish Independent July 27, 2024 15:52 UTC