Tributes have been paid to former BBC newsreader Richard Baker, who introduced the broadcaster's first televised news bulletin, following his death at the age of 93.

The one-time Last Night of the Proms host died at the John Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford on Saturday, his family said.

Baker was described as the "face of news for millions" by the BBC's director general Tony Hall, as leading BBC journalists issued a series of glowing tributes.

Known for his calming voice, Baker won legions of fans presenting the news for the BBC for 28 years as well as hosting programmes on Radio 2 and Radio 4.

He also delighted younger viewers narrating children's television show Mary, Mungo & Midge.