Partington started his career as an intern and went on to work for CNN as a writer, news assistant, assistant producer, associate producer for feature shows, producer and business editor. He has also worked for CNBC Europe.
His new position will involve organising all future planning for Europe and Africa,
and assigning reporters for large scale events such as London 2012 and the Italian elections.
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