Editor of 5 News Debbie Ramsay has called out “snobbery” about her programme from others in the media but said its figures “speak for themselves”.

Viewership for 5 News grew by 4% in 2024 to a 3.4% audience share between 5pm and 6pm on weekdays, according to broadcast data body Barb.

ITN, which produces 5 News as well as ITV News and Channel 4 News, said this made it the best year for the programme since 2018.