New threats for TV Chris

Presenter gets bodyguard as BBC beefs up Winterwatch security

- TOM BRYANT

CHRIS Packham has told how security on Winterwatch has been toughened up because of "specific threats" against him.

The wildlife show, presented by Chris, Michaela Strachan, Iolo Williams and Gillian Burke, is being broadcast from RSPB Arne in Dorset this week.

Climate change campaigner Chris has told how they aren't taking any chances after two threats in the past month alone.

The presenter has been allocated a bodyguard who accompanies him during and after filming.

He said: "A couple of times recently, before the Watches, we've had specific threats for me.

"So we've had a person who's there and stays at the hotel, and then goes with me to the place." Chris said that he had reported the most recent threats to the police.