BBC Scotland reported Nick’s death on social media, along with a tribute from its Head of News and Current Affairs, Gary Smith, who said: “Nick has been a wonderful colleague.” He was an incredibly skilled journalist, broadcaster, and author, as well as one of those unique individuals who brighten the lives of those around them.

witty, perceptive, and sympathetic. A very attractive man.

In addition, First Minister Humza Yousaf praised him as a “very talented journalist and author” at the start of his weekly question period in the Scottish Parliament chamber.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with his parents, partner, and his entire family and friend group,” he stated.

“We shall sincerely miss him. Nick has probably asked a lot of us in this room a lot of hard questions, whether it was on BBC Drivetime or one of his other shows.

“My sympathies are with his friends, family, and coworkers. They’ll undoubtedly have a really depressing day.

Sheridan was from Wexford, Ireland, and had worked in broadcasting for over ten years. He joined BBC Scotland in 2018 and has presented a variety of shows, including Reporting Scotland, Drivetime, the Nine, and Seven Days.

He recently resigned his BBC staff position to create children’s books, although he continues to work as a frequent freelance presenter on BBC Scotland’s radio and television news programmes.