Latest news about BBC Radio 2
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Final decision: BBC Radio 2 and Radio 5 Live spin offs rejected
Ofcom has rejected proposals for a Radio 2 spin-off and changes to 5 Sports Extra, whilst approving plans for three new digital radio stations from the BBC.Publication date: 02.07.2025
Tony Blackburn slams Ofcom over Radio 2 spin-off rejection
Tony Blackburn has criticised Ofcom’s decision to block a proposed Radio 2 spin-off aimed at older listeners.Publication date: 02.07.2025
Prince William surprises Scott Mills and Robert Irwin on BBC Radio 2
Prince William left a surprise voicenote for BBC Radio 2’s Scott Mills this morning, sending a personal message during the breakfast show to mark Robert Irwin’s appearance on air.Publication date: 24.06.2025
Benson Boone tells Scott Mills about Katy Perry’s support
Benson Boone joined The Scott Mills Breakfast Show on BBC Radio 2 this morning and spoke openly about leaving American Idol and the lasting support he has received from Katy Perry ever since.Publication date: 18.06.2025
Jonathan Bailey teases Bond rumours and dinosaurs on Radio 2
Jonathan Bailey addressed the long-running speculation about him taking on the role of James Bond when he joined Scott Mills on his Radio 2 Breakfast Show this morning.Publication date: 17.06.2025
Elaine Paige made a Dame in King’s Birthday Honours list
Elaine Paige has been named a Dame in the King’s Birthday Honours, recognising her decades of contribution to musical theatre and broadcasting.Publication date: 13.06.2025
Scott Mills sends “Radio 2 love” to Jessie J after cancer announcement
Following the announcement from Jessie J that she’s been diagnosed with early breast cancer; Scott Mills sent her love from everyone at Radio 2 during his show this morning.Publication date: 04.06.2025
BBC radio unveils full Glastonbury 2025 broadcast plans across networks
BBC radio will deliver extensive coverage of Glastonbury 2025 with live shows, exclusive interviews and music specials across Radio 6 Music, Radio 1, Radio 2, 1Xtra and Radio 4.Publication date: 03.06.2025
Bryan Adams and Def Leppard to rock Radio 2 in the Park
Rock legends Bryan Adams and Def Leppard are set to headline Radio 2 in the Park when the station’s flagship music festival lands in Chelmsford this September.Publication date: 03.06.2025
BBC Radio 2 in the Park 2025 to take place in Chelmsford
BBC Radio 2 has confirmed that its flagship live music event, Radio 2 in the Park, will take place in Chelmsford this year.Publication date: 02.06.2025
