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Gaydio opens new Manchester studios for 20th anniversary
Gaydio has opened new studios in Manchester, placing the station at the heart of the city’s LGBTQ+ community.Publication date: 02.04.2026
Izzy Bossy to host new show on BBC Radio 1Xtra in schedule changes
A new Friday night show led by Izzy Bossy will headline a wider schedule update on BBC Radio 1Xtra. The station is introducing a late night show from 11pm to 1am every Friday, starting on 24 April, with Izzy hosting Friday Night Party with Izzy Bossy.Publication date: 02.04.2026
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.Publication date: 02.04.2026
Nation Broadcasting acquires Radio Exe in Devon
Nation Broadcasting has expanded its South West presence by acquiring Devon-based station Radio Exe.Publication date: 01.04.2026
BBC Local Radio to air Easter Make a Difference shows with Gaby Roslin
BBC Local Radio will broadcast a series of Make a Difference programmes across the Easter weekend, featuring community stories and a guest appearance from Blue.Publication date: 31.03.2026
So Solid Crew’s Lisa Maffia joins Capital XTRA Sunday line-up
Lisa Maffia will host a new Sunday afternoon show on Capital XTRA from early April.Publication date: 30.03.2026
Tom Allen joins Classic FM to host Totally Outrageous series
Tom Allen will front a new three-part series on Classic FM over its Hall of Fame weekend.Publication date: 30.03.2026
Commercial Radio News Awards 2026 winners announced
A range of storytelling, reporting and production has been recognised at the latest Commercial Radio News Awards.Publication date: 27.03.2026
Craig David, Tinie Tempah and more joining Capital XTRA over Easter
For four days over Easter, Craig David, Tinie Tempah, Lisa Maffia and Lethal Bizzle are joining Capital XTRA for a Fully Reloaded Takeover.Publication date: 27.03.2026
Isle of Wight Radio to launch new Retro sister station on DAB
Isle of Wight Radio will expand onto small scale DAB with a new retro service this April.Publication date: 26.03.2026