The 61-year-old said he hoped listeners would ‘respect’ his decision.
Broadcaster Iain Dale has said farewell to LBC radio station after 14 years as he announced plans to run in the General Election.
Dale joined LBC in 2010, but broadcast rules mean candidates in the General Election are not allowed to present radio shows.“If you’ve listened for any length of time, you know I’ve always had two ambitions in life. One was to be a radio presenter and the other was to be an MP. “Last time I tried, the electorate fought back. But now I am putting my hat in the ring again to be a candidate at the General Election.Dale said there are “no guarantees” he will be selected as a candidate “let alone elected”, but “I know that I would forever kick myself if I didn’t at least have a go” ahead of the July 4 election.
“Even if you don’t share my politics, I hope, at least, that is something you can respect,” he told listeners.During his time at LBC, Dale presented four general election night shows, two US presidential election shows and the Scottish and Brexit referendum night shows, as well as the station’s evening programme.Tom Cheal, LBC’s senior managing editor, said: “Iain Dale is a world-class broadcaster, and has been hugely important in helping to make LBC the political powerhouse it is today.
“I’m sure this isn’t the last we’ve heard of Iain on LBC. We understand his decision and thank him for his massive contribution to the station.”We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
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