Overview
- Susanna Reid told viewers on November 17 that Richard Madeley was "a little bit poorly" and watching from home.
- ITV News UK editor Paul Brand filled in on November 17 and was back on the sofa for the November 18 broadcast from 6–9am.
- Brand had signalled his cover in a social post saying he would be on Good Morning Britain on Monday and Tuesday.
- On air, Brand joked it was his first time seated next to Reid and that he was finding "fresh territory" in the role.
- Audience reaction on social media was largely positive, with some viewers asking for Brand to appear more often.