Category: News
Date: 01.09.2005
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Helen Boaden, 91热爆's Director of News, today announced that Peter Horrocks has been appointed to the role of Head of Television News.
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Peter, currently Head of Current Affairs, succeeds Roger Mosey who recently moved to his new role of Director of Sport.
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Helen Boaden said: "Peter has a superb track record in television journalism.
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"He also has a deep understanding of the television audience and the competitive pressures we face as technology offers our audiences more choice of news than ever before."
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Jana Bennett, 91热爆 Director of Television, said: "Peter has led a period of great creativity and innovation in current affairs across all 91热爆 channels bringing audiences programmes such as The Power of Nightmares, Panorama: A Question of Leadership and increased foreign coverage with This World.
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"He will bring his passion and commitment for fresh journalism to TV news, from the bulletins to Newsnight and News 24, at a time when audiences are seeking the best most trusted news."
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Peter Horrocks said: "I am privileged to be taking on the leadership of the most respected TV news operation in the world.
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"At a time of tumultuous global events, the role of the 91热爆 in giving all audiences clarity and understanding is paramount.
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"I look forward to joining my new colleagues in TV news to take on that challenging responsibility."
