Overview

• Josh Howie confirmed Headliners was axed immediately after GB News found its TV audience fell short despite a 31% rise in radio listenership.
• The channel unveiled Patrick Christys Tonight Late Edition on weekdays and Ben Leo Tonight Late Edition at weekends in the 11 pm to midnight slot.
• Head of Programming Ben Briscoe said the overhaul marked a major expansion that will boost GB News’s ability to cover breaking news.
• Howie emphasized the decision was unrelated to Ofcom’s recent £100,000 penalty and denied any influence from fellow presenters.
• Following the cancellation, Howie said he will concentrate on Free Speech Nation and signalled possible legal action over alleged career repercussions from his advocacy.