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NUJ expresses disability and equality concerns over BBC Local Radio cuts
The NUJ has demanded an urgent equality impact assessment be done into BBC local radio staff formally facing redundancy across England.Publication date: 12.09.2023
Technical issues plague the start of networked show on BBC Local Radio
BBC local radio stations suffered major technical issues during the first week of shared programmes in the South and East as presenters say they are “clinging to the wreckage” of what’s left.Publication date: 11.09.2023
BBC Radio Solent removes advert for Drive presenter following backlash
A social media post asking for a new Drivetime presenter on BBC Radio Solent has been removed following major backlash from listeners.Publication date: 11.09.2023
BBC Local Radio presenters air their opinions on recent changes
Sophie Little, a presenter with BBC Radio Norfolk, has voiced her personal opinion on the changes across the network saying they are ageist and ableist.Publication date: 10.09.2023
South and East of England shared shows announced for local BBC radio.
The BBC has started to officially release details of some shared programming coming to local radio in September, starting with the South and East of England.Publication date: 30.08.2023
Phil Munns and Lisa Marrey to host BBC Radio Merseyside Breakfast
BBC Radio Merseyside Breakfast will be hosted by Phil Munns for four days a week, and Lisa Marrey for one day a week, following the departure of Paul Salt from the show. From September 4th, former Dee 106.Publication date: 30.08.2023
Rugby World Cup returns to BBC Radio Wales and Radio Cymru
Coverage of the Rugby World Cup returns to BBC Radio Wales and BBC Radio Cymru this month. As Wales prepare for the tournament in France, rugby fans will also get more content via BBC One and BBC Sounds including special podcasts.Publication date: 24.08.2023
BBC Radio Norfolk’s Stephen Bumfrey leaves the station
Stephen Bumfrey has presented his last show on BBC Radio Norfolk after being at the station for over 20 years.Publication date: 16.08.2023
BBC sells its Maida Vale recording studios
The BBC has confirmed that its Maida Vale studios have been sold to a partnership which says the building will remain as a studio space.Publication date: 14.08.2023
Paul Salt announces exit from BBC Radio Merseyside Breakfast
After two and a half years, Paul Salt is leaving the breakfast show on BBC Radio Merseyside. Paul announced the news during his show on Wednesday morning, thanking listeners for listening and helping him grow the audience in the mornings.Publication date: 09.08.2023