Sonia Watson

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Morning Radio Presenter at BBC Radio Essex

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Swift boxes aim to boost 'red list' bird numbers

1 week ago | bbc.com | Sonia Watson |Jodie Halford

Swift boxes aim to boost 'red list' bird numbersSonia Watson & Jodie HalfordDavid MoretonSwifts usually arrive in the UK from early MayWildlife enthusiasts have introduced swift boxes to several church buildings in Essex to try to encourage the endangered birds to nest there. Boxes have been installed in St Bartholomew's Church in Wickham Bishops, St Peter's in South Weald and, most recently, St Nicholas' in Witham.
MP calls for new law to license animal shelters

2 weeks ago | bbc.com | |Sonia Watson

MP calls for new law to license animal sheltersNeve Gordon-Farleigh & Sonia WatsonTom Larsen-Wright/BBCRichard Holden said he does not want to see "further tragedies"An animal-loving MP is calling for rescue centres and shelters to be officially licensed to avoid tragedies where animals have not been looked after properly.
Lydia Bright says foster children being failed by state

3 weeks ago | bbc.co.uk | Stuart Woodward |Sonia Watson

Image source, Lydia BrightImage caption, Lydia Bright, who found fame on The Only Way Is Essex in 2010, grew up with foster siblingsReality TV personality Lydia Bright has called for more help for foster children when they leave care at 18 years old, saying they are being "failed" by the state. The Only Way Is Essex (Towie) star grew up alongside foster siblings, and her parents have continued to foster for more than 30 years.
Lydia Bright says foster children being failed by state

3 weeks ago | bbc.com | Stuart Woodward |Sonia Watson

Foster children failed by state, says Lydia BrightStuart Woodward & Sonia WatsonLydia BrightLydia Bright, who found fame on The Only Way Is Essex in 2010, grew up with foster siblingsReality TV personality Lydia Bright has called for more help for foster children when they leave care at 18 years old, saying they are being "failed" by the state. The Only Way Is Essex (Towie) star grew up alongside foster siblings, and her parents have continued to foster for more than 30 years.
Three generations of Southend United fans make first Wembley trip

4 weeks ago | bbc.com | Henry Godfrey-Evans |Sonia Watson

Three generations make first united Wembley trip Henry Godfrey-Evans & Sonia WatsonHenry Godfrey-Evans/BBCGranddad Roger was inspired by his dad who took him to the very first Roots Hall gameThree generations of a family of football fans will be making their first trip to Wembley this weekend. On Sunday, 50,000 fans will attend the National League play-off clash between Southend United and Oldham Athletic as they seek to get back into the Football League.
TikToker to host fan zone at Southend v Oldham Wembley final

4 weeks ago | bbc.com | Elliot Deady |Sonia Watson

TikToker to host fanzone at Wembley finalElliot Deady & Sonia WatsonElliot Deady/BBCAlexis Cassar will host a fanzone at Boxpark Wembley on SundayA TikToker said he was "absolutely buzzing" to have been invited to host a fanzone during the National League play-off final at Wembley Stadium. Alexis Cassar said he would be interviewing fans and former Southend United players at Boxpark Wembley when the Blues meet Oldham Athletic on Sunday.
Boxing: Former world champion Nina Hughes retires from the ring

4 weeks ago | bbc.co.uk | Lewis Adams |Sonia Watson

Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Nina Hughes was on top of the boxing world in 2022Former world champion Nina Hughes has announced her retirement from boxing. The 42-year-old bantamweight from Billericay, Essex, said she realised her desire to fight had gone during her winning bout with Nicholine Achieng on Sunday. She was crowned world champion in 2022 in only her fifth professional bout aged 40, having first taken up the sport when she was 25.
Former boxing world champion Nina Hughes retires from the ring

1 month ago | bbc.com | Lewis Adams |Sonia Watson

Former boxing world champion retires from the ringLewis Adams & Sonia WatsonReutersNina Hughes was on top of the boxing world in 2022Former world champion Nina Hughes has announced her retirement from boxing. The 42-year-old bantamweight from Billericay, Essex, said she realised her desire to fight had gone during her winning bout with Nicholine Achieng on Sunday. She was crowned world champion in 2022 in only her fifth professional bout, having first taken up the sport aged 25.
Essex teachers say 'too many' children aren't school-ready

1 month ago | bbc.co.uk | Josh Holmes-Bright |Sonia Watson

Image source, PA MediaImage caption, A headteacher says some parents "don't have a clear understanding of children's developmental needs"Teachers have told the BBC "too many" children start primary school unable to blow their own noses or take themselves to the toilet. School readiness was examined in a recent Essex Caring Communities Commission Report (ECCCR).
Gavin and Stacey star says BBC show will not return

1 month ago | bbc.co.uk | Shivani Chaudhari |Sonia Watson

Image source, Jamie Simonds/BBCImage caption, Larry Lamb has announced that he is going on a book tour with a quirky twistIt looks like Gavin and Stacey fans will never know what happened on that fishing trip after a star of the comedy put to bed any slim hopes of a reboot. Larry Lamb, who played Mick Shipman on the BBC's hit show for 17 years, said filming the Christmas episode last year was an "extraordinary experience.".