February 5th 2025.
As we turn the page from one chapter to the next, we are met with the news of Kay Burley's retirement from Sky News. After 36 years of dedicated service, the British broadcaster has announced her departure. Kay was a crucial member of the team that launched Sky News in 1989 and her exceptional coverage of the 9/11 attacks earned the broadcaster a prestigious Bafta award.
In her time with Sky News, Kay has spent over one million minutes on air – a feat that surpasses any other broadcaster in the world. As she bids farewell on her final Sky News Breakfast programme, she reflects on her journey with the network. "From a simple beginning to becoming one of the most renowned and respected news brands globally, it has been an honor and privilege to work with some of the most talented and hardworking teams in the business," she shares.
Being a news broadcaster comes with its fair share of heartbreaking moments, and Kay has been there to report on them all. From the tragic death of Princess Diana to the shocking 9/11 terror attack, and the devastating Asian Tsunami, she has covered them all. But amidst the tragic events, there have also been moments of joy – like the excitement of London winning the bid to host the 2012 Olympics, numerous royal weddings, and the anticipation of royal babies arriving at the Lindo Wing.
After spending over a million minutes delivering live news on television – a record-breaking achievement – Kay feels it's time to focus on her other passions, including her love for travel. With 12 general elections under her belt, including the victory of Sir Keir Starmer last year, she has decided to retire from Sky News. "Let the politicians of every party rejoice at this news!" she jokes.
Kay takes this opportunity to express her gratitude to all the viewers who have tuned in to watch her every morning. She acknowledges their unwavering support over the past 36 years and thanks them for being "awesome." As she embarks on a new chapter in her life, she encourages everyone to follow The Agency on Twitter and Facebook for the latest news updates. And for those who want the news delivered straight to their devices, they can now sign up for The Agency's daily push alerts.
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