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Gemma Jones

ITV Good Morning Britain presenting change divides fans

Fans of Good Morning Britain were in disagreement over a presenting change on today's show.

Former Shadow Chancellor Ed Balls joined Susanna Reid on the ITV breakfast show.

While some viewers loved seeing a fresh face on the programme, many others were not impressed.

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Ed is one of a number of presenters to appear alongside Susanna on the show after Piers Morgan's exit last year.

Viewers took to Twitter to share their thoughts, and their opinions differed massively.

Former Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer Ed Balls joined Susanna Reid on Good Morning Britain (ITV)

Sam said: "Susanna and Ed Balls on #GMB?? This is different."

Ju said: "Lasted less than a minute #edballs is not a presenter, he’s awful. Please get a regular, qualified person. Do better. #gmb"

Laura said: "I think @edballs is doing a good job on #GMB.... Seems to have sensible opinions, asks good questions, listens, etc. What are people complaining about?!"

Ian said: "Ed Balls is even more wooden than that Piers Morgan bloke. Can’t they just find someone good and stick with them? #GMB"

Allan said: "Welcome back @edballs always enjoy you on @GMB"

Ed made his presenting debut on the ITV show back in November last year, where he admitted he was feeling quite "daunted".

At the time, he said to Susanna: "Thank goodness you're here, it's so good to have somebody who knows what they are doing. I've never done this before so it's exciting, bit daunting."

Susanna replied: "It's going to be very interesting and it's lovely to have you here."

Good Morning Britain airs weekdays from 6am on ITV and the ITV Hub.

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