First Report

First Report
Format National and international news
Presented by Robert Kee
Country of origin United Kingdom
Language(s) English
Production
Location(s) ITN Studios,
London, England, UK
Camera setup Single-camera
Running time 20 minutes (approx.)
Production company(s) ITN
Broadcast
Original channel ITV
Original run October 16, 1972 (1972-10-16) – September 5, 1976 (1976-09-05)
Chronology
Followed by News at One (1976-1987)
Related shows ITV News at 1:30

The First Report was the afternoon news programme on the British television network, ITV. It was produced by ITN.

History

The first ITN lunchtime bulletin was launched on October 16, 1972 - First Report aired at 12:40pm and was anchored by Robert Kee. In 7 January 1974 First Report was moved to 1:00pm. First Report ended on 5 September 1976, to be replaced by News at One the following day.

Newscasters

Main newscaster

Years Newscasters Other Roles
1972-1976 Robert Kee Main Newscaster