Presenter Tony Livesey leaves BBC Radio 5 Live after 16 years
Summary
Tony Livesey has left BBC Radio 5 Live after working there for 16 years. He stepped back from his show last month following allegations against his former newspaper boss, David Sullivan, who denies the claims.Key Facts
- Tony Livesey worked at BBC Radio 5 Live from 2010 and started with the BBC in 2006.
- He previously was editor-in-chief at David Sullivan’s Daily and Sunday Sport newspapers.
- David Sullivan, a billionaire and West Ham co-owner, faces accusations of abusing his power and sexually exploiting women, including teenagers.
- The allegations were reported by The Times and BBC Panorama.
- Livesey took a break from his radio show during the investigation and has now decided to leave the BBC station.
- One alleged victim said Livesey arranged a meeting with Sullivan in 1999, which Livesey denies remembering and says was not part of his job.
- Livesey expressed sympathy for the alleged victims but rejected any involvement in the abuse.
- Livesey received awards for his radio work, including interviews and reports on personal loss.
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