UTV has announced that Louise Small will succeed Frank Mitchell as its weather presenter when he leaves at the end of the month.
The Glengormley native has worked as a news journalist with the broadcaster and radio station 105 for over six years, as well as standing in for forecasts.
In addition to weather presenting she will report on climate and environmental issues.
“Northern Ireland’s weather is always keeping us guessing, so I’m delighted that I'll be trying to make sense of it all for our viewers every night," she said.
"I am conscious I have massive shoes to fill with Frank leaving UTV. He has been an inspiration and more recently a great support to me."
Mr Mitchell said: “After 27 years in front of the weather maps, I’m delighted to be handing over to a fabulous young broadcaster who has on many occasions proven her ability on screen while standing in for me."
