The 78-year-old has been broadcasting for more than 50 years.
He was a pioneer of breakfast television, appearing on the very first Good Morning Britain in 1983, before forming one of the nation’s favourite TV partnerships with Anne Diamond on ITV and then for Good Morning with Anne and Nick on BBC One.
He has also anchored broadcasts for the Olympics and World Cup over the years.
In 2024, he was appointed an MBE for his services to broadcasting.
Kay Wright, head of the BBC in the Midlands, said: “We are so proud of Nick. He is an outstanding broadcaster with a heart of gold.
“His BBC colleagues and his devoted Midlands Today viewers have missed him dearly over recent weeks and we are wishing him all the best in his recovery.
“The red sofa will be here waiting for him when he’s ready.”