Sky News’ longest serving presenter has announced her retirement after 36 years at the broadcast.
Kay Burley was part of the launch team at the broadcaster and has presented in all its prime slots.
At the end of her final programme she said: “From a standing start to one of the most recognised and valued brands in global news, it’s been an honour and privilege to work with some of the best and hardest working teams in the business.”
Burley, who joined Sky from TV-am, covered stories including the death of Diana, Princess of Wales, while her live coverage of 9/11 won Sky News a BAFTA award.
David Rhodes, executive chairman of Sky News, said: “With millions of minutes presenting live rolling news, Kay’s legacy in television journalism is unmatched, as is her commitment to Sky’s legacy. And I’m sure some MPs in Westminster will sleep easy knowing they won’t face her indomitable questioning in the mornings.”
