Holly Hamilton

Holly Hamilton grew up in Greyabbey, County Down, Northern Ireland. She pursued higher education at the University of Dundee, where she earned a master’s degree in Politics and French. Her professional journey in broadcasting commenced in Scotland with the Bauer Media Group, where she served as a Broadcast Journalist at Cool FM. This early experience in radio laid the groundwork for her transition into television. She later married fellow television and radio presenter Connor Phillips. Together, they are patrons of the Northern Ireland Council for Integrated Education (NICIE), actively supporting educational initiatives, a role that included officially opening Corran Integrated Primary School in Larne, County Antrim, in November 2019.

Hamilton has established a significant presence within the BBC. She has reported for and presented on prominent national platforms, including BBC Breakfast on BBC One, the Victoria Derbyshire program on BBC Two, and the BBC News channel. Her work extends beyond news reporting to include contributions to major live events. In 2022, she was a key presenter for the morning coverage of the Birmingham Commonwealth Games, co-hosting alongside Jason Mohammad. She currently presents Sunday Morning Live on BBC One, demonstrating her consistent role in national current affairs broadcasting.

In addition to her news and sports coverage, Hamilton has taken on a dedicated role in consumer advocacy. She hosts ‘Consumer Fight Back’ on BBC Sounds and BBC Radio Ulster. This program addresses consumer issues, offering solutions and investigating stories that impact the public. Her work on this show involves a dedicated team that tackles consumer problems weekly. She also uses her platform to discuss significant topics, such as the implications of big brand data breaches, further solidifying her commitment to public service journalism.