Richard Gaisford
@richardgaisford
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Chief Correspondent, Good Morning Britain, ITV. London based. Global reach. Food & drink explorer. Glutton (for punishment). Rarely found standing still.
Joined February 2009
Have run out of conversation with the crew 😉. Luckily, in-between air raid warnings and @GMB broadcasts I have local friends waiting for me 🐶
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Sunrise in Southport. A scene of devastation surrounding the mosque on St Luke’s Road after an angry mob attacked police last night. Bricks, bottles, fireworks sit alongside bits of a burnt out police vehicle - metal melted in the heat. @GMB
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So there it is. Half a century. Milestone achieved.
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And now, the community clear up. A local construction company deployed men and machines in Southport, locals turning out with brooms and wheelbarrows to clear the debris. @GMB
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“No witnesses, no evidence. What kind of trial is that?”
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Generous and unexpected lunch from these wonderful women, feeding volunteers at a distribution centre in Khmelnytskyi. Humbling.
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Heartbreaking to hear @kategarraway, describing the painful reality of watching & waiting for her husband Derek to recover from the devastating effects of coronavirus. Our wonderful colleague and friend showing so much strength and courage @GMB
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Thanks for all the kind messages - it’s not until you screw up you realise how kind people can be. Total brain freeze @GMB. Will thaw it out by tomorrow. Promise. X.
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“War is war, but flowers still need to be planted” - the view of a Kyiv city gardener, bringing spring colour to the city. She’s hopeful that conflict will be over soon and wants the capital looking beautiful again. #Ukraine
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Aftermath of violence in Tamworth shows how a mob smashed their way into a hotel used by asylum seekers, tried to set fire to it with them and staff inside. Petrol bombs, fireworks, bricks and other missiles were thrown at police. The building is covered in racist graffiti. @GMB
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My daughter just sent this picture from home. So pleased to see our community in Hampshire showing support for Ukraine. We are all together in this. X
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We both got something positive from this encounter. The street dogs of Khmelnytskyi are well fed, healthy and incredibly friendly.
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One witness, part of a group involved in the trouble, explained to staff that things kicked off when another passenger appeared dressed as a clown. This upset one of their party because they’d specifically booked a cruise with no fancy dress. It led to a violent confrontation.
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Ukrainian woman says to captured Russian soldier’s mother: “Natasha, everything is okay, do you hear me? Go ahead and speak. That's it, Natasha, good luck to you and may God be with you. Everything is okay. Later you will be contacted. Right now he is well and alive…”.
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Ukrainians are being forced to make dramatic decisions about their futures under extreme pressure. A helping hand from Britain would be a life line to many in immediate need. Personally, I’m ashamed to learn that just 50 refugee visas for the UK have been granted so far.
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The BEST news: After 42 days in ICU with #Coronavirus our friend Jo is finally home, and the village turned out to welcome her back. Applause for Jo, but also the incredible staff at @HHFTnhs Royal County Hospital in Winchester, who fought so hard for her. #clapforcarers ❤️NHS
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I fear, very soon, all of us will be touched by the #coronavirus. My elderly Uncle died today- tested positive for #COVID19, with underlying health issues. A friend in our village is seriously ill in hospital. Our postman too. And now dear Kate Garraway’s husband is also in ICU.
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Very much appreciate concern being expressed for our safety in Kyiv. Hopefully this little video will alleviate any worries about our current situation whilst doing our @GMB broadcasts.
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Massive anti-government protest in Tel Aviv tonight. Tens of thousands of people demanding new leadership for #Israel
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End of a chapter but, most certainly, not the story.
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Anger building in #Poole. Former Queen’s Scout Len Bannister vowing to defend the statue of #BadenPowell. The 79 year old can’t understand why anyone would want it removed. He says @scouts have given him and his family years of pleasure. More @itvnews @itvmeridian
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“There was blood everywhere”. Violent late night brawl in the buffet onboard @pocruises Britannia left staff who intervened injured, as passengers used furniture and plates as weapons. Witnesses told me they were so frightened they had to hide, as family groups fought.
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Woke up in Westminster to the sight and sound of military bands marching through near empty streets. Quite a treat to watch rehearsals for #PlatinumJubilee at 0530. Just the stirring stuff required ahead of @GMB broadcasts from Downing St. 🔈
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Deeply saddened to hear that Lynn Faulds Wood has died. A tireless campaigner for UK consumers and for bowel cancer awareness. A legendary broadcaster too. Such a horrible shock. Love and thoughts with her husband @JohnStapletonTV and their son Nick.
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Big rally this afternoon in Trafalgar Square of union members who are striking today. Have met teachers, doctors and civil servants - all desperate for their voices to be heard.
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Watch: Fresh vegetables discarded in the field because of Brexit and Covid staff shortages. This farm in Southern England forced to throw courgettes away this week because it couldn’t get enough staff to sort, pack & ship fresh produce to supermarkets. The storage shed was full.
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Britannia left Bergen at 1430 on Thursday, the violence occurred 12 hours later after a black-tie evening. It followed an afternoon of ‘patriotic’ partying on deck, with large amounts of alcohol being consumed by many guests.
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25 years! Despite torrential rain and gale force winds a quarter of a century ago today the outlook was never uncertain. Am the luckiest man.
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Not quite the Sunday I’d planned. Many thanks to the incredible team @PHU_NHS for amazing care and a spot of emergency surgery. NHS at its very best. I realise there are untold pressures at the moment, but the service I received was first class and hugely appreciated. ❤️NHS
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Seems like some of my tweet gets lost in translation as it crosses the Atlantic. In the UK “Fancy Dress” is when you dress up as a character or crazy costume. “Black tie” is when you wear a tuxedo and bow tie, with ladies normally wearing an evening dress. Hope that helps!.
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So desperately sad. Emily was such a vibrant ITV News colleague; a formidable story teller, a joy to work with on the road and always so stylish on screen. Taken from her family and friends far too soon.
We are devastated at the passing of our remarkable colleague Emily Morgan. Emily was a hugely talented journalist and a much-loved friend and mentor to so many here. She will be greatly missed. Our thoughts are with Emily’s family. Statement:
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Sad to hear that former US President Jimmy Carter has died, aged 100 at home in Plains, GA. We visited there in October. It’s where in 1975 he launched his successful campaign for the White House. Was struck by how both Republicans and Democrats there held him in high regard.
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Strolling along Downing Street in strong sunlight, @ZelenskyyUa is greeted with a hug by @Keir_Starmer @GMB
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Earlier this evening we crossed back into Ukraine, for the start of another @GMB assignment.
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GCSE and A level exams cancelled in May and June. Not often my 15 year old daughter is glued to the news. But these announcements have a huge impact on all, like her, who’ve been working so hard for milestone exams. They need information fast on what this means to them.
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Either I'm on the wrong plane, or Ukraine isn't a popular destination at the moment. Headed to Donetsk for @GMB
http://t.co/hS1uqiJtd5.
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Sometimes, even after decades in the job, you just have to pinch yourself. Incredible views 🎥
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Homeward bound & something to celebrate. Not the UK arrival of #Trump (my next assignment) but two decades of marriage to my beautiful (and hugely understanding) wife. A strong anchor in an often whirlwind life. And, 20 years to the day since we married, just as wonderful.
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Twenty years ago today @charliegaisford arrived in our world. Feels like yesterday. And well done Em, who continues to do all the hard work ;)
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Growing numbers of protestors moving through central Washington DC. Congregating on Black Lives Matter Plaza, leading to the White House. There’s fireworks. Not a metaphor. #ElectionNight @GMB
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Lovely to be the recipient of a random act of kindness this morning @HeathrowAirport . Seamus just arrived with coffees for the crew. So kind and hugely appreciated.
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Second dose. Done. ☑️. Thirty-somethings are getting their first jabs this week here in Petersfield. ‘Oldies’ like me are now having the top up shot. Seems to be going much more quickly than I ever imagined possible. #GetVaccinated
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Good Morning Britain! A stunning walk to work in St Ives today. Join me from 0600 @GMB as we look at security preparations for #G7Cornwall
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Multiple families, none wearing masks, whilst shopping in @waitrose are making me furious. Blocking aisles whilst hugging & kissing having a good catch up - it’s disrespectful to the staff, and those who are still vulnerable to covid. Rant over.
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The buffet area was immediately sealed off as medical teams went to help the injured. Staff told me they’d never experienced anything like it and those behind the violence were confined to a cabin for the last day of the cruise, waiting for police here in Southampton.
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Deja vu @benshephard ? All this talk of the coming storm back home in Britain reminds me of this GMTV classic from 2008.
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The violence occurred on the final leg of a week long cruise to Norway’s fjords. I became aware of trouble when officers made an emergency tannoy at 2AM for security staff to rush to the 16th floor restaurant. I went too and found passengers shocked by what they’d seen.
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Am grateful for so many kind messages today. It’s all a bit overwhelming. Glad to report I’m not at death’s door, and most certainly wasn’t “rushed” to hospital. I developed an infection in my leg in Ukraine that didn’t respond to antibiotics. I sought advice from the NHS… 1/2.
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Sad not to be at home with my wonderful family, but lucky to be surrounded by such a supportive and caring team.
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For those who who follow these things. Good to catch up with old friends in Khmelnytskyi.
Have run out of conversation with the crew 😉. Luckily, in-between air raid warnings and @GMB broadcasts I have local friends waiting for me 🐶
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Paparazzi photographer involved in the #HarryAndMeghan “near catastrophic car chase” tells me @GMB that it was the Sussex’s drivers that made it dangerous. He confirms a two hour timeline, but said it was very much stop start not relentless and high octane all the time.
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18 years ago today my wife Emma & I began the most rewarding and amazing job, when our first child Charlie came into the world. From baby to boy to man he’s made us proud every step of the way. Now he’s heading off into the world to explore - Happy 18th Birthday @charliegaisford
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After five months we’re allowed back inside for eating out. Bristol buzzing at breakfast. And a hug from @charliegaisford too. #CautiousOptimism
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Still going strong on #DDay79. Determined to be here for next year’s 80th anniversary. An honour to interview Normandy Veterans Ken and Stan at the @britishmemorial @GMB
'It's a really emotional atmosphere in this place.'. On the 79th anniversary of D Day, 97 year-old Ken Hay and 98 year-old Stan Ford speak about their memories of Normandy, and the importance of educating today's children about the past.
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Sunrise at #Arromanches, 75 years to the day since British forces arrived on #GoldBeach. We’re reflecting #DDay75 all morning @GMB. Please join us in thanking our surviving veterans and to think about those who never made it home.
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Sunrise in Edinburgh, as thousands queue through the night to pay their respects and view the Queen’s coffin inside St Giles’ Cathedral. More @GMB
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The family of missing pilot David Ibbotson explain why they’re raising £300k for another search operation to try and find his body. In an exclusive interview @GMB David’s daughter and wife say they’re desperate to “bring him home”, and stand with the family of #EmilanoSala
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Hard to give up the lockdown home haircuts - and that Russian roulette like thrill that comes with the scissors in Mrs G’s hands.
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I should clarify this thread relates to guests traveling on @pandocruises based in the UK, not it’s Australian cousin @POCruises. Apologies for any misunderstanding.
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Caught short. Again. 6 months on from the lockdown loo-roll madness, history is repeating itself at our local supermarket.
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Am shocked and saddened to hear that Alastair Stewart is stepping down from ITV News. I grew up watching Al on ITN. Since the early 1990s he has been a supportive colleague and friend. From ‘London Tonight’ to now he has been kind, generous and always there with good advice.
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We’re broadcasting live from Portland, Dorset @GMB, where #Sala’s body was brought ashore. Mr Ibbotson’s family want the ship to return to the search zone for “another look”.
The family of David Ibbotson are appealing for help to restart the search for his body. The pilot went missing with Cardiff City footballer Emiliano Sala, whose body was found last week. @richardgaisford has more.
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@ranvir01 @ShehabKhan The same youths then decided to come and cause trouble outside St Thomas’ Hospital. Police spoke with them, and promise action if they appear again.
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A saltire appears in the blue skies above Holyrood Palace in Edinburgh. The Queen’s body has lain at rest here overnight. This afternoon King Charles will walk behind his mother’s coffin in a somber procession to St Giles’ Cathedral in the heart of the city. More @GMB
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Such a powerful speech, conveyed with real tenderness. And a picture painted of a new role ahead…
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Valentines Day and a special ‘silver’ career anniversary. 25 years ago today I started work for GMTV, now @GMB. It’s been a wild ride for a quarter of a century - not just for me, but also my wife. Emma never signed up for 0330 alarm calls, a disrupted family & social life,
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Tell me straight Doc. Do I need an injection of Dettol or not?. @DrHilaryJones not impressed by @realDonaldTrump’s ‘quack cures’ for #coronavirus @GMB
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Not a kind word to be heard for Israel’s PM Benjamin Netanyahu.
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0600 London: Busy morning at #BuckinghamPalace. Quite a gathering. No one's quite sure why.
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Red sky in the morning, UK economy warning. GDP fell by nearly 10% in 2020. Worst decline on record. More from me in Westminster @GMB
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Shellshocked pets, many left abandoned in bomb hit homes. Volunteers doing what they can to feed as many as possible, and rescue those most in need. Our @GMB 📹 shows a makeshift refuge centre, now home to 70 dogs and 50 cats from conflict hit areas around Kyiv.
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Will always remember not being able to hug my father at his brother’s funeral. My Uncle died of Covid after it spread through his care home.
.@susannareid100 questions @MattHancock on why he didn't follow his own guidelines during the pandemic. The former Health Secretary says 'I'm only human' and 'we all have our frailties and I fell in love.'
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An odd development in Downing Street for me this morning. Watching @ranvir01 interview my daughter Amy on @GMB - one of hundreds of thousands of students who’ve just had #GCSE and #Alevel exams cancelled because of #coronavirus. They’re still waiting on crucial details.
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Rare gathering of @GMB correspondents this afternoon, to say a fond farewell to camera op Simon Llewellyn. He’s off to Canada. A legend in the news business, delivering fantastic pictures in most difficult of scenarios and a wonderful travel companion. Will be much missed.
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A slow journey from Kyiv brought us to Khmelnytskyi - a city so far untouched by fighting. An air raid siren this afternoon heightening the concern felt by a patriotic and largely welcoming population. We started the day with a special @itvnews broadcast.
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Our @GMB report on conflict in Ukraine somewhat overshadowed by two Hollywood actors having a dispute. If you missed it, here’s the view today from Khmelnytskyi - where they have other things on their minds.
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“Healing Hands” of @piersmorgan reach out in an emotional outbreak @GMB @CharlotteHawkns @susannareid100
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An unexpected visit to/through @HeathrowAirport. Next stop DC. It’s going to be a fascinating fortnight ahead. See you tomorrow @GMB
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In the midst of the scrum at Saracens rugby stadium in Barnet came news of another big result - my daughter Amy passed her driving test this morning. Overwhelmed with pride as she achieves a major milestone. And I’ve forgiven her for not watching ;)
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It’s not just @realDonaldTrump voting early in Florida today. The State’s infamous #GrimReaper also went to cast his vote. @DWUhlfelderLaw has been fighting for better Covid security since the pandemic began - dismayed at the death toll. More this week @GMB
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The dogs (and cats) of war. We’ve been out with pet rescuers, attempting to save abandoned animals in some of the worst hit areas around Kyiv. Volunteers now have 70 dogs and 60 cats in a makeshift refuge. Many are shellshocked. More @GMB
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The freezer might be defrosting, most of the house is cold, there’s no hot water to wash in and the internet is down - BUT - isn’t this romantic?
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An unedited, filterless, post op pic 😉 After two weeks of enforced rest (& voluntary beard growth) I’m heading back to work. Still have a hole in my leg that is slowly healing, but will be minus my strangely white whiskers when I appear @GMB.
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Superb to have @kategarraway back in the @GMB studio, and in my ear this morning in Dover - discussing Brexit preparations, with less than six months to go til the transition period ends.
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The wonderful women of Khmelnytskyi - weaving their camouflage nets with patriotic songs. 📹 🔈from our live broadcasts in Ukraine for @itvnews.
Footage of Ukrainian women singing and weaving army camouflage nets encapsulates the spirit of a country, determined to do what it can in the face of Russian invasion
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I find myself watching @RoryStewartUK live via Twitter in a park, animatedly talking to a bunch of people who seem genuinely interested. Real grass roots politics - as the main focus is on set piece events in London.
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