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Scotland and Northern Ireland to create more BBC network radio content
The BBC is moving more Radio 3, Radio 4 and World Service radio shows out of London with new network hubs in Scotland and Northern Ireland.Publication date: 06.12.2023
Kylie Minogue forms part of the Christmas schedule across local BBC radio stations
All BBC local radio stations will broadcast a specially commissioned programme with Kylie Minogue this Christmas thanking BBC Make a Difference Award winners for their acts of bravery and selflessness.Publication date: 01.12.2023
Andrew Peach announces departure from BBC Radio Berkshire after 31 years
BBC Radio Berkshire breakfast presenter Andrew Peach is leaving the station after 31 years. Andrew started his radio life at WM in 89 after winning a listener competition, and went on to join BBC Radio Oxford in 91.Publication date: 01.12.2023
BBC Radio Newcastle’s Matt Bailey takes on 10 hour challenge for Children In Need
BBC Newcastle breakfast presenter Matt Bailey is taking part in The Great North Pudalo Challenge for BBC Children In Need.Publication date: 15.11.2023
BBC journalists vote to accept BBC offer over local content
BBC journalists have voted to accept an offer to end the union dispute over changes to BBC local radio content.Publication date: 14.11.2023
Carol Vorderman fired from BBC Radio Wales for breaching social media guidelines
BBC Radio Wales presenter Carol Vorderman has announced she’s been axed from the station for breaching the BBC’s social media guidelines. In a statement, Carol said she was not prepared to adhere to the new guidelines because she does not want to lose her voice on social media.Publication date: 08.11.2023
Conditional offer made by the BBC to end local radio strikes and industrial action
A conditional offer has been made by the BBC in a bid to end industrial action by NUJ members working at BBC local radio stations. The NUJ is balloting members across BBC Local on acceptance or rejection of a new offer brokered through Acas.Publication date: 02.11.2023
Jason Rosam to depart the BBC after 15 years as local radio early breakfast ends
Jason Rosam is leaving the BBC as the corporation ends its BBC Radio London and shared early breakfast show. Jason tweeted today to say he’s off after three years on the programme and 15 years at the BBC.Publication date: 31.10.2023
Adam Dowling to host afternoons on BBC local radio in the South East
The new schedules for BBC Local Radio stations in the South East have been announced and include Adam Dowling on afternoons across the region. Adam will host 2pm till 6pm weekdays on BBC Radio Kent, BBC Radio Surrey, and BBC Radio Sussex.Publication date: 25.10.2023
Chris Burns to discuss the future of local radio at community radio event
BBC England’s head of audio and digital Chris Burns is set to take part in a panel discussion on the future of local radio. She’ll be joined at the Community Media Festival in Leicester by Alfred owner Keri Jones and Miriam James from Devonstream, with CMA Chair Dom Chambers hosting.Publication date: 21.10.2023
