The Challenge of TV Weather Broadcasting
LOCATION
41 George IV Bridge
Edinburgh
EH1 1EL
Hear from Jo and Manali as they talk about the value of TV weather forecasts, the challenge of misinformation and the fine balance of climate communication.
The talk will start at 18:00 and will last for approximately 45 minutes, followed by a question and answer session.
• In-person option - will be preceded by tea and biscuits from 17:30
• Virtual attendance - the meeting will open on Zoom from 17:50. The link for Zoom will be sent out to those registered to attend.
All attendees are required to register for this free event. Recordings of the events will be posted afterwards on YouTube.
Speakers
Jo Farrow
My interest in the weather started at the age of 12 when I completed my Girl Guide Weatherman (yes, man) badge. After studying Geophysical Sciences at UEA in Norwich, I trained as a weather forecaster with the Met. Office in Reading, at the weather bubble of Shinfield Park. I have worked as a forecaster at the former Birmingham Weather Centre, the media centre for ITV productions at South Bank Waterloo and at BBC Television Centre appearing on News24, BBC1, BBC World and Radio 4. In 2006, I moved from London to Moray and started as STV backfill cover and I have been enjoying the Scottish weather. I’m still a Girlguiding volunteer and work as a forecaster for the online weather company, Netweather.
Mona Lukha
Working for ITV News, Manali Lukha is head of their Millbank Studios based in the heart of Westminster. The studios support ITV’s political and weather output. Manali leads a team of political correspondents, weather presenters and broadcast engineers. Prior to her role at ITV, Manali worked for the Met Office, starting her career as a software programmer and progressing to Business Development Manager.
Manali graduated from Keele University in 1996 with a degree in Geography & Geology, and completed a Master’s in Information Technology in 1997, specialising in geographical information systems.
Manali is also Chair of ITV's International Ambassador Network, member of council for the Royal Meteorological Society and member of the Climate Ambassadors steering group.
Registration
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN.
Registration for this event is available both In Person and virtually.
Members
If you are a member of the Society and have an account already, please log in to your account before your register. If you are a member and don’t have an account set up already, you will need to create an account. Your username is the email address that is linked to your membership.
Non-Members
If you are not a member of the Society you will need to create an account in order to register for events.
Once you have created an account, you will be required to log in each time you would like to register for an event. You will also have access to a Dashboard area that will show which events you have registered for and past events you have attended.
Any information you provide to us will only be used by The Royal Meteorological Society and appointed representatives.
This meeting is part of the Royal Meteorological Society Meetings programme, open to all, from expert to enthusiast, for topical discussions on the latest advances in weather and climate. Free to attend. Non-members are welcome.
A copy of our terms and conditions can be found here.
If you have any queries with regards to this event or require any further information please contact us at meetings@rmets.org.
Notice of audio / video recording of RMetS Meetings and Events - By attending this meeting, you are agreeing to be part of the Society’s broadcast. Please could audience members refrain from giving their name and institution during questions at ALL Society (National, Local and SIG) meetings that are being recorded or streamed. Videoing will be restricted to speakers.
The RMetS strives to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. If you would like to discuss accessibility or request accommodations please contact conferences@rmets.org.
We take data privacy seriously. Please read the RMetS privacy policy to find out more.
The Royal Meteorological Society has a number of local centres across the UK, where meetings are held throughout the year. The Scotland Local Centre are currently hosting monthly meetings which can be attended in person or virtually. For further information on the local centre, upcoming events or to be added to the mailing list, please contact scotland@rmets.org.
Hear from Jo and Manali as they talk about the value of TV weather forecasts, the challenge of misinformation and the fine balance of climate communication.
The talk will start at 18:00 and will last for approximately 45 minutes, followed by a question and answer session.
• In-person option - will be preceded by tea and biscuits from 17:30
• Virtual attendance - the meeting will open on Zoom from 17:50. The link for Zoom will be sent out to those registered to attend.
All attendees are required to register for this free event. Recordings of the events will be posted afterwards on YouTube.
Speakers
Jo Farrow
My interest in the weather started at the age of 12 when I completed my Girl Guide Weatherman (yes, man) badge. After studying Geophysical Sciences at UEA in Norwich, I trained as a weather forecaster with the Met. Office in Reading, at the weather bubble of Shinfield Park. I have worked as a forecaster at the former Birmingham Weather Centre, the media centre for ITV productions at South Bank Waterloo and at BBC Television Centre appearing on News24, BBC1, BBC World and Radio 4. In 2006, I moved from London to Moray and started as STV backfill cover and I have been enjoying the Scottish weather. I’m still a Girlguiding volunteer and work as a forecaster for the online weather company, Netweather.
Mona Lukha
Working for ITV News, Manali Lukha is head of their Millbank Studios based in the heart of Westminster. The studios support ITV’s political and weather output. Manali leads a team of political correspondents, weather presenters and broadcast engineers. Prior to her role at ITV, Manali worked for the Met Office, starting her career as a software programmer and progressing to Business Development Manager.
Manali graduated from Keele University in 1996 with a degree in Geography & Geology, and completed a Master’s in Information Technology in 1997, specialising in geographical information systems.
Manali is also Chair of ITV's International Ambassador Network, member of council for the Royal Meteorological Society and member of the Climate Ambassadors steering group.
Registration
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN.
Registration for this event is available both In Person and virtually.
Members
If you are a member of the Society and have an account already, please log in to your account before your register. If you are a member and don’t have an account set up already, you will need to create an account. Your username is the email address that is linked to your membership.
Non-Members
If you are not a member of the Society you will need to create an account in order to register for events.
Once you have created an account, you will be required to log in each time you would like to register for an event. You will also have access to a Dashboard area that will show which events you have registered for and past events you have attended.
Any information you provide to us will only be used by The Royal Meteorological Society and appointed representatives.
This meeting is part of the Royal Meteorological Society Meetings programme, open to all, from expert to enthusiast, for topical discussions on the latest advances in weather and climate. Free to attend. Non-members are welcome.
A copy of our terms and conditions can be found here.
If you have any queries with regards to this event or require any further information please contact us at meetings@rmets.org.
Notice of audio / video recording of RMetS Meetings and Events - By attending this meeting, you are agreeing to be part of the Society’s broadcast. Please could audience members refrain from giving their name and institution during questions at ALL Society (National, Local and SIG) meetings that are being recorded or streamed. Videoing will be restricted to speakers.
The RMetS strives to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. If you would like to discuss accessibility or request accommodations please contact conferences@rmets.org.
We take data privacy seriously. Please read the RMetS privacy policy to find out more.
The Royal Meteorological Society has a number of local centres across the UK, where meetings are held throughout the year. The Scotland Local Centre are currently hosting monthly meetings which can be attended in person or virtually. For further information on the local centre, upcoming events or to be added to the mailing list, please contact scotland@rmets.org.
