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Jordan North replaced on Radio 1 by Jamie Laing as listeners lament ‘posh boys’ club’


Radio 1 fans are furious that Jordan North is leaving the show and being replaced by Made In Chelsea star Jamie Laing

Jordan North is waving goodbye to Radio 1 (Credit: YouTube) As the news was shared on social media, one fan commented: “Ffs Radio 1 has turned into the posh boys club.” Another said sarcastically: “It’s a real riches to riches story, inspirational.” A third agreed and said: “Great to see another working class boy given a shot.” Speaking about Jordan’s departure, Aled then added: “He has enjoyed huge support from the station and listeners, developing his talent to host multiple shows across the network. He has always connected with the Radio 1 audience through his shows and projects, as witnessed by the huge amount of money raised for Comic Relief during his rowing trip from London to Burnley.”

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