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About BBC Radio 4
Listen online to the internet radio of BBC Radio 4 live, which has more than 10 million weekly listeners, making one of the most popular radio stations in the United Kingdom. The station primarily focuses on speech-related programmes, with very limited music content. Its programming delves into in-depth perspectives on world politics, domestic politics, journalism, and offers diversity through refreshing comedy, compelling readings, and drama. Additionally, topics in arts, science, and history are integral parts of its engaging programme structure. Radio 4 regularly provides shipping forecasts, news updates, and weather reports. During the night, from 1:00am to 5:20am, BBC Radio 4 broadcasts a selection from BBC World Service. The breakfast show on BBC Radio 4 is the immensely popular "Today" programme, airing on weekdays from 6am to 9am, and on Saturdays from 7am to 9am. BBC 4 Today covers national and international news, as well as sports. Furthermore, the "Thought for the Day", which features inspirational thoughts from religious thinkers, is included in the programme, typically around 7:45am. Presenters of the "Today" programme include Emma Barnett, Justin Webb, Mishal Husain, Amol Rajan, Martha Kearney and Nick Robinson.
BBC Radio 4 slogan: "Your audio friend"
BBC Radio 4 slogan: "Your audio friend"
BBC Radio 4 Contact Details
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BBC Radio 4 Frequencies
Aberdare area - 104.7 FMAberdeen - 1449 MW, 95.3 FMAberdeenshire - 95.3 FMAberfeldy - 103.9 FMAbergavenny - 93.1 FMAbersychan - 92.9 FMAbertillery - 93.4 FMAlexandria - 104.1 FMAmbleside - 92.7 FMAnglesey - 103.6 FMAngus - 94.9 FMAxminster - 93.9 FMAyrshire - 104.3 FMBakewell - 94.2 FMBallachulish - 94.7 FMBallycastle - 93.2 FMBarmouth area - 104.8 FMBarnoldswick area - 94.1 FMBasingstoke - 94.5 FMBath - 93.4 FMBeds - 94.5 FMBelfast - 720 MWBerks - 93.9 FMBerwick-upon-Tweed - 93.0 FMBetws-y-Coed - 104.9 FMBexhill - 94.6 FMBlaenavon - 92.9 FMBlairgowrie - 95.5 FMBodmin area - 93.2 FMBorder coast - 104.6 FMBorder Region - 103.9 FMBradford - 92.9 FMBrecon - 104.7 FMBrighton - 94.5 FMBristol - 93.7 FMBristol area - 94.3 FMBucks - 93.9 FMBurnley - 94.6 FMBuxton - 94.4 FMCalne - 92.6 FMCambridge area - 93.3 FMCambs - 94.5 FMCampbeltown - 95.2 FMCarlisle - 1485 MWCarmarthen - 95.5 FMCarmarthenshire - 92.8 FMCaterham - 94.1 FMCentral Lancashire - 93.0 FMBBC Radio 4 Frequency map
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Lena Headey drama Intimacy coming to Radio 4
Lena Headey will write and star in a new BBC audio drama launching in July.More >>radiotoday.co.uk - 29.05.2026
Matthew Biggs signs off from Radio 4 show
Matthew Biggs’ final appearance on Gardeners’ Question Time will air on BBC Radio 4 during Mental Health Awareness Week.More >>radiotoday.co.uk - 15.05.2026
BBC sets June date for Radio 4 long wave closedown
BBC Radio 4 long wave will close on 27 June after years of uncertainty over the future of its 198 kHz service.More >>radiotoday.co.uk - 12.05.2026
BBC confirms Radio 4 long wave service closure this year
BBC Radio 4 long wave service will close later this year after confirmation of shutdown plans for the 198 frequency.More >>radiotoday.co.uk - 16.04.2026
Rebecca Keating appointed Editor of BBC Radio 4 Today programme
Rebecca Keating will become the new Editor of BBC Radio 4’s Today programme, starting in the coming weeks.More >>radiotoday.co.uk - 02.04.2026
BBC reveals winners of 2026 drama awards
The BBC has announced the winners of its 2026 Audio Drama Awards, recognising achievement across radio and podcasting.More >>radiotoday.co.uk - 02.03.2026
BBC Radio 2 and Radio 4 feature in BPG nominations
BBC Radio 2 and Radio 4 presenters dominate the audio shortlists at this year’s Broadcasting Press Guild Awards.More >>radiotoday.co.uk - 24.02.2026
Amol Rajan to leave Today later this year
Amol Rajan will step down from Radio 4’s Today programme later in 2026...More >>radiotoday.co.uk - 15.01.2026
The Archers turns 75 with Radio 4 celebrations
BBC Radio 4 is marking 75 years of The Archers with a full day of special programmes and drama centred on the long-running rural serial.More >>radiotoday.co.uk - 01.01.2026
BBC Radio 4 Schedule12
00:00 - Midnight News
12/06/2026
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
00:30 - The Butterfly Season by Lea Korsgaard
Episode 4
4/5 Lea Korsgaard searches for all of Denmark’s butterfly species in a single year.
4/5 Lea Korsgaard searches for all of Denmark’s butterfly species in a single year.
00:48 - Shipping Forecast
12/06/2026
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
01:00 - Selection of BBC World Service Programmes
12/06/2026
BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
05:00 - News Summary
12/06/2026
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
05:04 - Yesterday in Parliament
12/06/2026
Sean Curran reports on moves to designate the IRGC a threat to national security.
Sean Curran reports on moves to designate the IRGC a threat to national security.
05:34 - Shipping Forecast
12/06/2026
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
05:43 - Prayer for the Day
World Day Against Child Labour
A spiritual comment and prayer to start the day with Warren Elf.
A spiritual comment and prayer to start the day with Warren Elf.
05:45 - Farming Today
12/06/26 Sustainable Farming Incentive, Cereal farming in Cumbria
Sustainable Farming Incentive budget, growing cereals in Cumbria.
Sustainable Farming Incentive budget, growing cereals in Cumbria.
06:00 - Today
12/06/2026
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
09:00 - Desert Island Discs
Peter Layton, artist
Peter Layton, artist, shares the soundtrack of his life with Lauren Laverne.
Peter Layton, artist, shares the soundtrack of his life with Lauren Laverne.
10:00 - Woman's Hour
12/06/2026
Women's voices and women's lives - topical conversations to inform, challenge and inspire.
Women's voices and women's lives - topical conversations to inform, challenge and inspire.
11:00 - The Food Programme
Food on the Move
Sheila Dillon investigates the world of food at motorway service stations.
Sheila Dillon investigates the world of food at motorway service stations.
11:45 - The Butterfly Season by Lea Korsgaard
Episode 5
5/5 Lea Korsgaard searches for all of Denmark’s butterfly species in a single year.
5/5 Lea Korsgaard searches for all of Denmark’s butterfly species in a single year.
12:00 - News Summary
12/06/2026
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
12:04 - Rare Earth
Hotter Than Hell
How can Britain - and the world - prepare itself for extreme heat?
How can Britain - and the world - prepare itself for extreme heat?
12:57 - Weather
12/06/2026
The latest weather forecast
The latest weather forecast
13:00 - World at One
12/06/2026
News, analysis and comment from BBC Radio 4
News, analysis and comment from BBC Radio 4
13:45 - Politically
Ten Years After Brexit, 5: The Union
5/10 How did Brexit change the devolved nations' relationship with Westminster and the EU?
5/10 How did Brexit change the devolved nations' relationship with Westminster and the EU?
14:00 - The Archers
11/06/2026
Stella makes a big declaration.
Stella makes a big declaration.
14:15 - Limelight
The Courier, Episode 2
Elli befriends Mo. Both are convinced it wasn't suicide. They start to investigate
Elli befriends Mo. Both are convinced it wasn't suicide. They start to investigate
14:45 - The Hackers
Series 1, End User
8/10 Biella Coleman discovers how people, not tech, are targets of malicious actors.
8/10 Biella Coleman discovers how people, not tech, are targets of malicious actors.
15:00 - Gardeners' Question Time
Harmondsworth - Citrus, Geums and Patio Planting
Peter Gibbs and the GQT panel visit Harmondsworth.
Peter Gibbs and the GQT panel visit Harmondsworth.
15:45 - Short Works
The Silence by Mahsuda Snaith
A grieving woman finds her voice in a new story from Mahsuda Snaith.
A grieving woman finds her voice in a new story from Mahsuda Snaith.
16:00 - Last Word
Kanya King: pioneering champion of black music
Matthew Bannister on a black music champion, a spy, a Vietnam nurse and an Iranian author.
Matthew Bannister on a black music champion, a spy, a Vietnam nurse and an Iranian author.
16:30 - More or Less
Education, Education, Education (and immigration)
Tim Harford investigates migrants and jobs, VAT and private schools, and a hard maths exam
Tim Harford investigates migrants and jobs, VAT and private schools, and a hard maths exam
17:00 - PM
12/06/2026
Full coverage of the day's news
Full coverage of the day's news
18:00 - Six O'Clock News
12/06/2026
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
18:30 - Dead Ringers
Series 27, Episode 1
1/6 The iconic impressions show returns to lampoon the week’s biggest headlines.
1/6 The iconic impressions show returns to lampoon the week’s biggest headlines.
19:00 - The Archers
12/06/2026
Brian plays his trump card.
Brian plays his trump card.
19:15 - Add to Playlist
Guy Pratt and Amy Harman and the art of hocketing
Guy Pratt and Amy Harman add five more tracks to the playlist.
Guy Pratt and Amy Harman add five more tracks to the playlist.
20:00 - Any Questions?
Stephen Gethins MSP, Helen McDade MSP, Michael Shanks MP, Lorna Slater MSP
Alex Forsyth presents political debate from Crail Parish Church in Fife.
Alex Forsyth presents political debate from Crail Parish Church in Fife.
20:55 - This Week in History
June 8th to June 14th
Fascinating, surprising and eye-opening stories from the past, brought to life.
Fascinating, surprising and eye-opening stories from the past, brought to life.
21:00 - Free Thinking
Satire and Gulliver's Travels
Matthew Sweet and guests discuss satire past and present.
Matthew Sweet and guests discuss satire past and present.
22:00 - The World Tonight
12/06/2026
In depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective
In depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective
22:45 - Jensen: Black Water by Heidi Amsinck
Episode 5
5/5 Jensen and Gustav discover the identity of “Sausage Else”?
5/5 Jensen and Gustav discover the identity of “Sausage Else”?
23:00 - Americast
12/06/2026
Join Americast for insights and analysis on what's happening inside Trump's White House.
Join Americast for insights and analysis on what's happening inside Trump's White House.
23:30 - Today in Parliament
12/06/2026
News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament.
News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament.