In a surprising turn of events that left many viewers fuming, Laura Kuenssberg made her return to the self-titled BBC show on Sunday morning, only to spark immediate complaints from the audience. The 48-year-old presenter, who had been absent from the previous edition of Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg, was back in the studio today accompanied by guests Stephen Fry, Zanny Minton Beddoes, and Simon Hart.
However, just minutes into the broadcast, discontent became apparent as social media lit up with criticism. Viewers, clearly disappointed with Kuenssberg’s return, took to various platforms demanding a permanent replacement by her colleague, Victoria Derbyshire, reported the Express.
One viewer succinctly encapsulated the sentiment, tweeting: “Oh gawd @bbclaurak is back – bring back @VictoriaLIVE,” while another remarked, “Can’t help thinking Laura watched Victoria Derbyshire last week and thought “I can do that”……and is showing us this morning that she can’t.”
The outcry has been relentless, with a third viewer questioning the future of the program by asking, “Does anyone want Laura Kuenssberg to remain as presenter of the Sunday Morning Political Show? We pay the ridiculous wages of these people and we should be allowed a say surely Victoria Derbyshire is a SERIOUS Journalist.”
The disapproval did not stop there. Another comment captured the mood of several viewers by stating, “Laura just talking at the same time as the guests really doesn’t lend well to the viewer. Get Victoria Derbyshire back!” The chorus of dissent culminated in a final pointed remark: “Looking forward to Tory Laura interrupting and rudely talking over the top of her THREE Tory guests like she is with BP. #bbclaurak needs to be permanently replaced by Victoria Derbyshire asap.”
The swift and fierce response from viewers highlights a growing disconnect between the audience and the current presenting team. Critics argue that the show’s format and the presenter’s style are not in keeping with the expectations of a discerning public, especially when it comes to discussions of significant political and social issues. Many believe that the return of Victoria Derbyshire’s approach would restore the balanced and incisive journalism that the program was once known for.
The BBC has yet to issue an official statement regarding the viewers’ backlash or whether this outcry might prompt changes to the show’s presenting line-up. For now, the incident has ignited a debate among loyal viewers about the future direction of the program and whether the current format serves the best interests of its audience. As the discussion continues online, the pressure mounts on the network to address these concerns and reconsider the presentation style that has clearly divided public opinion.
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