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Richard Madeley 'faced GMB axe before showdown with bosses' while Lorraine Kelly has been 'asked to retire' amid  ITV 'bloodbath' as channel makes huge cuts


The broadcaster, 69, who is reportedly paid a whopping £300K a year, was said to be left furious but managed to negotiate a new part time contract with bosses.

The broadcaster, 69, who is reportedly paid a whopping £300K a year, was said to be left furious but managed to negotiate a new part time contract with bosses, which would see his hours and pay significant cut. It comes following the news that Lorraine and Loose Women will be axed for half the year, as ITV Daytime bosses announced huge cuts today with job losses in excess of 220. Lygo added: 'I recognise that our plans will have an impact on staff off screen in our Daytime production teams, and we will work with ITV Studios and ITN as they manage these changes to produce the shows differently from next year, and support them through this transition.

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