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BBC News presenter devastates fans as he quits after 30 years on air


BBC News presenter Aaron Heslehurst has announced that he is stepping down from the channel after over 20 years at the BBC and over 30 years on screen as a broadcaster.

BBC News presenter Aaron Heslehurst has announced that he is stepping down from the channel after 22 years, sharing a statement with fans via X on Sunday (23 June). I'm 57 this year and going to pack it in while I'm still walking The odd special project here and there and I'll stick with hosting/chairing/moderating selected conferences around the world." Overwhelmed by the reaction, Aaron returned to X to share: "With tears in my eyes and hand on heart - I was not expecting (at all) such an outpouring of love & gratitude!

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