By Minnie Wright

Published: Friday, 19 November 2021 at 12:00 am


Andrew Marr announced his decision to leave the BBC on Twitter today (19th November), saying he was leaving behind “many happy memories and wonderful colleagues”.

The journalist and presenter confirmed he would be moving on to a role at Global.

“I am moving to Global to write and present political and cultural shows, and to write for newspapers,” he tweeted.

Personal announcement. After 21 years, I have decided to move on from the BBC.l leave behind many happy memories and wonderful colleagues. But from the New Year I am moving to Global to write and present political and cultural shows, and to write for newspapers

— Andrew Marr (@AndrewMarr9) November 19, 2021