Tributes have poured in for a popular BBC radio presenter who has died after an illness. Andy Ball, from Wallasey, was a presenter, reporter and part of the BBC Radio Merseyside's management team for nearly 30 years.

BBC Radio Merseyside legend Andy Ball has died, it has been confirmed online. The radio station posted an emotional Facebook statement: "We’re sad to have to tell you that our friend and Colleague Andy Ball has passed away.

BBC radio presenter and reporter Andy Ball has died, BBC Merseyside has announced.

A BBC presenter has sadly died after nearly 30 years on air. Andy Ball worked on BBC Merseyside for nearly 30 years as a reporter and presenter. In a statement today, BBC Merseyside said:

Tributes are being paid to a veteran BBC radio presenter who has died after an illness. Andy Ball, from Wallasey in Wirral, was a presenter, reporter and part of BBC Radio Merseyside's management team for nearly 30 years.