Alan Towers

Alan Towers was BBC Midlands Today for 25 years. He was the main presenter of the programme through the 1970’s and 1980’s, presenting with Kay Alexander. Following a heart attack in the late 80’s, Alan left the main programme. but continued to present the sport. Alan resigned on air on Saturday 26th July 1997 with these words: – “This is my last programme for the BBC after 25 years. When I first joined the corporation it was led by giants. Now it’s being led by pygmies wearing blindfolds. How sad”