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07.03.2024 - 11:33 / dailyrecord.co.uk
A heartfelt tribute has been paid to BBC Scotland news journalist Nick Sheridan who has died suddenly aged just 32.
The award-winning presenter's death was announced online by BBC bosses in Glasgow on Thursday morning.
In a statement, Gary Smith, Head of News and Current Affairs at BBC Scotland, said: “We’re devastated to hear the news our colleague and friend, Nick Sheridan, has died.
“Nick has been a wonderful colleague. He was a hugely talented journalist, presenter and author - and one of those rare people who light up the lives of everyone around them.
“Funny, clever, kind. A lovely man. Our hearts go out to his parents, to his partner and to all his family and friends.”
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First Minister Humza Yousaf said: "Very sad news. My thoughts are with Nick’s friends and family at what will be an incredibly difficult time. Nick was a talented journalist and author and will be greatly missed."
Former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has reacted to the tragic announcement. She said: “So terribly sad to read this. It is truly awful. Nick was young, talented, vivacious, and full of potential.
“What a horrible, senseless loss. My thoughts are with his family, colleagues and many friends.”
Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar wrote: “This is absolutely heartbreaking news. Nick was a phenomenally talented young journalist, well-liked and with a bright future ahead of him. My thoughts are with his family, friends and all his colleagues at the BBC.”
SNP MP Stewart McDonald added: “Shocked to learn of Nick’s death. He was a lovely, funny guy and a brilliant journalist with a promising career ahead of him. Awful news - my sympathies to his
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