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Tributes have been paid to former Newsnight presenter Donald MacCormick, who has died aged 70.

Helen Boaden, Director of BBC News, said: "Many people at the BBC will be saddened by this news. He was a consummate professional and a great colleague."

Tim Gardam, former BBC Newsnight Editor, said: "Donald was always entirely focused on ensuring the programme aired with calm authority.

"His political interviews were as insistent as they were courteous. He had a sharp eye for the pressure points in politics and the tussles for power in the Palace of Westminster.

"Whenever he was anchoring Newsnight one knew that, whatever the pressure of events behind the screen, none would be evident on screen.

"Once the programme was over he was tremendous company, with a dry and engaging wit."

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