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Appreciation of Ron Green by James Moir

Posted on February 3, 2024 by Paul Thackray

Ron’s funeral, Sept 1st 2009 An Appreciation of Ron by James Moir, Former Head of Light Entertainment, BBC Television I count myself very privileged to speak in Ron’s memory today. It gives me the unique opportunity to express both for … Continue reading →

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Geoff Hawkes

Posted on January 23, 2024 by Paul Thackray

Sara Newman Some pictures from Geoff’s very moving service  

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Michael Langley-Evans

Posted on January 23, 2024 by Paul Thackray

Michael Langley Evans died at home on 4 August 2023. He spent most of his BBC career working in Technical Operations, starting off in the World Service in Bush House. He was soon seduced by the bright lights of Television … Continue reading →

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Mike Bunting.

Posted on January 23, 2024 by Paul Thackray

 

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Bill Dudman, his working life.

Posted on January 23, 2024 by Bernard Newnham

Bill wrote this for The Veteran magazine

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Tony Milton

Posted on January 21, 2024 by Paul Thackray

Barry Bonner Sad news, Tony Milton passed away recently. Excellent SA1, good boom op, and never a cross word even though his crew for some time was me, Laurie Taylor, and Chris Maurice! Lots of fun! Tony on the boom … Continue reading →

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