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Five managing director of content Lisa Opie has wished Jay Hunt well after this morning's report that she is to quit as the channel's programme director to become controller of BBC One.
In a statement, Opie said: "Jay has already achieved a great deal during her brief time at Five and the first half of 2008 is already scheduled and commissioned.
"She will be with the channel for a few months yet and we look forward to having the benefit of her enthusiasm and creativity until she leaves for the BBC.
"We know this has been a very hard decision for Jay to make and wish her all the best in her new role."
In a statement, Opie said: "Jay has already achieved a great deal during her brief time at Five and the first half of 2008 is already scheduled and commissioned.
"She will be with the channel for a few months yet and we look forward to having the benefit of her enthusiasm and creativity until she leaves for the BBC.
"We know this has been a very hard decision for Jay to make and wish her all the best in her new role."
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