BBC suspends regular programming until 6pm for Queen’s health coverage

By Samantha Allen

Published: September 8, 2022 | 3:39 PM GMT

In light of the news about Her Majesty’s health, BBC One has paused all regular programming until 6 p.m.

Huw Edwards (pictured) was seen wearing a black tie as he presented live coverage on Thursday afternoon
Bargain Hunt was taken off the air to notify viewers that doctors were “concerned” about Her Majesty’s health, according a Thursday afternoon statement from Buckingham Palace.

The BBC One afternoon programming schedule has been relocated to BBC Two.

Thursday at 12:40 p.m., the popular daytime program in which two teams are allocated £300 to find the greatest bargains to sell at auction was canceled. Bargain Hunt was interrupted at around 12.40pm on Thursday when the screen suddenly switched to black and then BBC News' Joanna Gosling appeared

Twenty minutes before the 1 o’clock news was scheduled to begin, viewers were watching the hosts of Bargain Hunt before the screen went blank. Joanna Gosling, a broadcaster for BBC News, then appeared to break the news.

On Thursday afternoon, Huw Edwards (pictured) was seen wearing a black tie while presenting live coverage.

Thursday’s Bargain Hunt was abruptly halted at 12:40 p.m. when the screen went blank and BBC News’ Joanna Gosling emerged.

She stated, “Welcome, BBC One viewers.”

Buckingham Palace has informed us that the Queen is under medical observation in Balmoral.

The physicians have become concerned about her health, and she is currently under their care.

It is believed that she is at ease, and her close family has been notified.

Following this, the BBC paused its regular programming to provide rolling updates on the health of the 96-year-old king.

On Thursday afternoon, BBC News presenter Huw Edwards was observed wearing a black tie while presenting live from the studio.

Thursday’s Bargain Hunt was abruptly halted at 12:40 p.m. when the screen went blank and BBC News’ Joanna Gosling emerged.

Thursday, Buckingham Palace released the following statement: ‘Following this morning’s additional evaluation, the Queen’s physicians are concerned about Her Majesty’s health and have suggested she remain under medical observation.

The Queen continues to reside in comfort at Balmoral.

Royal family members, including the Queen’s children and grandchildren, have raced to Balmoral to be by her side.

The BBC stated that it had “no comment” over its scheduling shift.

About Samantha Allen

Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.