BBC Breakfast Host Naga Munchetty Plans Exit Amid Bullying Row

BBC Breakfast presenter Naga Munchetty, one of the broadcaster's highest-paid women with a salary near £355,000, is reportedly considering leaving the BBC following a workplace bullying controversy. The dispute emerged after allegations against the show’s director Richard Frediani, who took extended leave following complaints about his conduct, and subsequently Munchetty's own behavior came under scrutiny, including accusations of bullying a female colleague and making an inappropriate off-air sex-related joke. Despite her affection for the BBC and her role, Munchetty's representatives have renewed talks with rival news station LBC, seeking a position with less of the internal conflicts and 'fluffy nonsense' she reportedly associates with the BBC. The fallout has created a divisive atmosphere at BBC Breakfast, with tensions reportedly high among staff, including her co-host Charlie Stayt. The BBC has stated it takes all workplace conduct complaints seriously but declined to comment on individual cases. Meanwhile, Frediani has returned to work after an external investigation found misconduct complaints against him, including an incident involving physical intimidation.