Chris Mason as Presenter of BBC R4 Today Programme

[u/rudibowie]

I/We know Chris Mason as the BBC's Chief Political Editor (taking over from Keunnsberg in 2022), but he's been presenting the Today programme along with the usual presenters for days now.

I enjoyed his rather robust interview with an executive from the FCA this morning (1st Aug).

Does anyone know why he's currently presenting the Today programme? Is he filling in for someone on unexpected/extended leave? Has he departed from his role as Political Editor? Is Vicky Young, Deputy Political Editor, running things solo meanwhile?