Grimsby-born TV weather presenter Abbie Dewhurst has announced her departure from her BBC role. A regular presenter of Look North's weather bulletins, Abbie chose her “eight-year weather anniversary” to announce her departure. In a post on her Instagram page, Abbie said: “The only thing crazier than landing your dream job is handing your notice in for it.
.. A long, emotional caption so buckle up.
“Eight years ago today I walked into BBC Yorkshire as a staff weather presenter for the first time and, in spite of the initial 2.30am alarms, have been living my actual dream in this amazing corporation ever since. But as they say, all good things must come to an end and the end is in sight (still a couple of weeks off so plenty more reminiscent spam to come).
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