People

Captain of Associated-Rediffusion

Scottish Television continuity announcer

Our interview concludes with Sir Christopher’s views on modern television

The ultimate rite of passage

How ITN rewrote the rulebook for television news

By the time ABC arrived, many decisions had been made. Howard wanted them changed.

Following the sad news about Sir Christopher Chataway, we republish this 2005 interview with him remembering ITN’s opening night

Howard pushes ABPC to take the plunge

Local legend

Thomas wins a war, and loses a battle

STV relief announcer

The Corporation doesn’t know what to do with Howard Thomas

Radio advertising by the back door

Making headway in Manchester

First television star

ITC meets ABDC

Love, cigars… and television

Lew dances into showbusiness

‘Mr Television’ makes a start

Continuity announcer

Television presenter and newsreader

Cameraman

BBC Director-General

Continuity Announcer

Rediffusion technician

BBC presenter