A TV presenter has surprisingly announced he’s leaving Sky News next week.
The former LBC and BBC Newsnight broadcaster announced he’s quit the job after a 12-year career in journalism.
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Matthew Thompson said he’s leaving London for family reasons and is moving into a different industry entirely.
He wrote on X: “Some personal news. In a couple of weeks, I am leaving Sky News. And indeed, leaving London, and journalism altogether.
“It’s not a decision I’ve taken lightly, but it’s one that’s best for me and my family. I’ll be moving to Edinburgh, and into the world of finance.
“I won’t subject you all to a self-indulgent run through of my career highlights. But suffice to say it has been the privilege of my life to spend these last 12 years or so as a journalist.
“To work with some of the best in the business, and to talk to all of you.
“Thank you to all the people who made it possible, and to all the people who let me tell their stories along the way. I’ve always tried to make it about you, rather than me.
“I hope I managed that, and that I did the privilege justice. As for next steps… I can say more soon.”
Most recently, Matthew worked as Sky News‘ Home & Political Correspondent.
He continued: “I hope this isn’t goodbye. It may be possible to keep some level of engagement on here in my new gig.
“For now, thank you. I’ve learned so much from reading and speaking with you all over the years.
“It’s made me a better journalist, and a better person. I’ll miss it terribly.”