BBC radio ‘champion' dies after two-decade career as devastated colleagues pay tribute
The much-loved broadcaster, who ran BBC Radio Lincolnshire for more than 20 years, has passed away.
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Tributes have flooded in for the radio veteran, and he has been praised by those who worked alongside him.
Former BBC News Foreign Correspondent and colleague Jonathan Charles shared a heartfelt message on X.
He said: "I am very sorry to hear of the loss of Charlie Partridge.
"More than 45 years ago, he taught me a lot about broadcasting at BBC Nottingham.
"He was a great guy and we stayed in touch, occasionally swapping messages in the years since.
"Sometimes discussing Springsteen.
"My thoughts are with his family."
Another mourner responded: "Sad to hear Jonathan, John. Charlie was a lovely man, who believed in truly local radio.
"He was also very kind and supportive.
"Thoughts with his family.
John Hess also shared a message for the late broadcaster.
He said: "As others have posted online, I'm deeply saddened to have learnt yesterday of the death of Charlie Partridge."
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