TVTV NewsNaga MunchettyBBC insiders speak out as Naga Munchetty quits BBC Breakfast amid a massive shake-up on the show17:21, 28 Jul 2026Presenter Naga Munchetty has quit BBC Breakfast with insiders hoping for a “reset” on the turmoil-hit show which isn't a "happy ship."‌The presenter, who has faced allegations of bullying by junior staffers over the past year, is leaving to host BBC Radio 5 Live’s breakfast show.‌A BBC source said of Muchetty’s departure: “"The new job for Naga seems the best result for everyone. It was not a happy ship on Breakfast." They added: "However you look at it, hosting BBC Breakfast is a much bigger job than working on Five Live." A second source added: “After all the turmoil, it’s clear a reset is needed.”‌It also comes after a well-publicized disagreement with BBC Breakfast’s editor Richard Frediani, with Munchetty having reportedly raised concerns about his conduct. He was later cleared of bullying allegations. A separate probe into Munchetty is no longer active.The 51-year-old will take over from Rachel Burden and Rick Edwards, who announced on the programme on Tuesday morning that they would step down in December. This will be alongside a co-host who is yet to be recruited.‌She has been a co-host on the Breakfast show for 17 years, and has presented Radio 5’s weekday mid-morning programme since 2021. Munchetty is paid around £360,000-£364,999 for her presenting roles at the BBC.Announcing the news, Munchetty said: "I'm thrilled to be joining 5 Live Breakfast in January. Live news, great conversations and connecting with audiences are what I love most about broadcasting, and 5 Live does all of that brilliantly.Article continues below"It has been a privilege to be part of the BBC Breakfast TV team for the past 17 years, working alongside an incredibly talented and hard-working group of journalists who are not only outstanding colleagues but also great friends. Presenting a flagship programme on 5 Live is an opportunity that was simply too good to pass up."It will take a huge amount of work and require 100% of my focus and energy, and I'm really looking forward to throwing myself into the role. Over the last five years, I've been privileged to build a relationship with 5 Live listeners on the mid-morning programme and help shine a light on the issues that matter most to them. I'm excited to build on that in the Breakfast slot and to start each day with our listeners every morning. Between now and January, I'll continue presenting the two programmes I love. I'm sure there will be plenty of news to cover, and it will very much be business as usual."Burden will move to present the weekday mid-morning programme, Monday to Wednesday 11-2pm, following 15 years on the station's breakfast show. Edwards will present Fighting Talk on Saturday mornings. Burden said: "After 15 years hosting 5 Live Breakfast, I've decided it's time for a change - and I'm really excited about launching my new show on the station. It's been an absolute joy and privilege to be part of our listeners' mornings for all these years. We have been through life-changing events together, from the pandemic to huge political moments, and great sporting journeys. They are my extended family, and we'll carry on doing what we do best - telling stories, sharing experiences and working out the world together. Just this time, on a little bit more sleep."Choose Daily Mirror as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.‌Naga MunchettyBBC Radio 5 LiveBBC BreakfastFighting Talk