presenter made a swift exit from the studio, leaving his co-star concerned upon his return.
Tuesday’s instalment (November 19) of the ITV programme saw the presenters discuss the top headlines of the day, including the amber weather alert which has been issued across some parts of the UK.
A severe snow alert is in place for major motorways in parts of the UK as temperatures plunged overnight. After sharing the latest updates regarding the weather warnings, Susanna announced that Richard had headed outside to test whether it was snowing.
“We can’t get a live update to him just at this moment,” Susanna revealed. As a video from outside of the studio played on-screen, Susanna turned to weather presenter Des Coleman to confirm if they were looking at sleet or snow.
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Richard revealed it was snowing outside as he returned to the studio (Image: ITV)
“Well snow has a tendency to settle,” Des explained. “I haven’t seen any settling snow out there, I’m not saying that there’s not, but we’ll have to wait and see.”
Walking back into the studio, the 68-year-old presenter announced: “It is absolutely tipping down with snow.”
Richard revealed the snow had only started during the period he was outside, adding: “Suddenly, it’s happened. We’ve taped it. We’ll show you the pictures in a minute. It’s really heavy.”
Clearly concerned for her co-star, who was now wearing a damp suit jacket, Susanna quipped: “Can I recommend next time you go out with a coat.”
Richard responded: “This is live television, Susanna. Every minute counts. There was no time to put a coat on. I suffer for the news.”
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Susanna urged her co-star to wear a coat next time (Image: ITV)
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