GB News confirmed presenter was taken ill last week and he is said to be responding well to treatment

The television presenter Eamonn Holmes is recovering in hospital following a stroke.

A spokesperson for GB News, where Holmes presents the breakfast show, said: “Eamonn was taken ill last week and it was later confirmed he had suffered a stroke.” He is said to be responding well to treatment.

“Eamonn has asked for privacy as he focuses on getting better. His colleagues and everyone at GB News wish him a speedy recovery,” the spokesperson added.

The Northern Irish broadcaster presents GB News Breakfast with his co-host Ellie Costello.