To those of you who think journalism and broadcasting are glamorous jobs, then spare a thought for our presentation teams and technical staff out in the rain today to mark The Blair Years.
There's comprehensive coverage on Sky News TV and online - but we are also following developments in the search for missing Madeleine McCann.
Thousands of you have emailed in or left blog comments on both stories.
And there's a huge number of people from around the world who have downloaded and distributed the poster compiled by Madeleine's aunt.
Paul
Written by Paul, Viewers' Editor, May 10, 2007
With regard to your coverage of Madeleine's disappearance, I appreciate that it has touched many people. The extensive press coverage will hopefully prompt someone to come forward with that vital piece of information that ensures she is found.
However I think it is important to remember that there are many other children who are abducted and trafficked illegally around the world. Their parents will be going through the anguish that Madeleine's parents must be going through yet very little is done to investigate their childs' disappearance. The Portuguese police force have been criticised for not doing enough; some police forces would almost literally do nothing to find a child.
There are many organisations whose work involves raising awareness of child abduction and trafficking globally, and working directly with the children and parents involved. Perhaps some more press coverage of child abduction as a global issue would touch people enough to donate to these charities and help more children who are going through the same ordeal as Madeleine.
Some organisations: Reunite International (child abduction), CATW International (child trafficing) A lot of global organisations like Unicef and Save the Children are involved in this issue.
Posted by: Rachel 13 May 2007 10:37:38
I accessed your site regarding Madeline today but unfortunately could not leave a message for the family. Will you be re-opening this again soon for us to leave a comment. Your coverage is wonderful. I'm watching constantly. Thanks and Regards, Carmel
Posted by: Carmel Lonergan, Co. Clare, Ireland 12 May 2007 14:26:47
Dear Paul... I know that you have closed off comments regarding the disappearance of Madeleine, however, I just want to say that Sky News as usual is conducting the MOST AMAZING coverage of the case. The reporters are THE BEST. Anna Botting in particular is doing a sensational job and frankly they all deserve awards, they must be exhausted. Also one aspect of this case which is intriguing is why there is no mention of an escape by the offender/s by water. Was this not a possibility? As well, there have been many publicised crime cases particularly in the US & Canada where psychics have been bought in to assist the police. With such a large reward, surely some money could be used to fund this? Anything is worth a try at this stage. Do you have any information regarding this?..sincerely Jenny Black.
Posted by: Jenny Black, Sydney, Australia 12 May 2007 13:56:42
Whilst it cannot be argued that journalism provides many a moment of breaking reflection, Sky News (Channel 501 http://www.sky.com or http://www.sky.com/news ) has always been one step ahead, thanks indeed to its dedicated pool of staff, but also its exceptional ability to provide a user friendly platform that global viewers all over remain proud of.
News Broadcasting changed the day Sky brightened the natural horizon, evident by virtue of its ability to give us the public, what other News channel can only but strive to begin to deliver.
Well Done Sky and above all Sky viewers for making life better.
Posted by: Khalid 11 May 2007 13:51:42
My heart goes out to McCann family and wee Madeleine. I am a spiritualist medium and minister and I hope the information I got through helps. Our congregation and the people of the U.K. are all praying for Maddy, it's every parent's worse nightmare, if you have her please give her back to her family. God bless you your in our thoughts and prayers.
Posted by: victoria lee lochwinnoch 10 May 2007 17:10:15
Congratulations on your coverage.
With regard to Tony Blair’s departure, we all to quote Shakespeare , strut our hour upon the stage and then we are heard no more. It is easy for commentators to comment negatively on his announcement but they have no idea of the challenges of one of the most complex jobs in the world. I have worked all over the world in the last ten years and Britain is regarded as a key influencer on all major issues in a way that was simply not the case ten years ago. The Chief executive of the country must take some credit. This evening he demonstrated humility, courage of conviction and a real honesty that sometimes you make the hard calls and get it wrong. That is the essence of great leadership, whether you are a parent or a leader. I found the leader of the Lib dems comments ungraceful and shabby. Why is it we can not celebrate in the moment what has been achieved at a macro level and show a similar grace and humility that Blair demonstrated tonight? In Australia , all politicians have a bad name with the public which is a matter of regret. Sky has a role to play with a more in depth review of the facts over ten years.
Keep up the great work
Posted by: Philip Crenigan 10 May 2007 16:47:41