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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

Gaydio Pride Awards are back for 2024 with nominations now open

Gaydio has opened the nominations period for its annual Pride Awards.

Publication date: 24.10.2023

Nominations announced for the Student Radio Awards 2023

This year’s shortlist for the Student Radio Awards are out representing a large number of university radio stations around the UK. The main Station of the Year shortlist is between Cam FM, Leeds Student Radio, Queen’s Radio, Purple Radio, University Radio Nottingham and Xpress Radio.

Publication date: 24.10.2023

Classic FM’s Pet Classics returns for Bonfire Night

Classic FM is bringing back its programme to help keep anxious pets – and their owners – calm and relaxed this firework season. For the 6th year running, Classic FM’s Pet Classics returns and will be hosted by the station’s weekend presenter and dog-lover Charlotte Hawkins.

Publication date: 23.10.2023

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

Sam Thompson has girlfriend Zara and Strictly partner Graziano on his show

Hits Radio’s Sam Thompson welcomed his girlfriend Zara McDermott and her Strictly Come Dancing partner, Graziano di Prima to his show last night.

Publication date: 20.10.2023

Dotun Adebayo to host new show across BBC local radio network

The networked Sunday evening show on BBC local radio stations will be hosted by Dotun Adebayo. The new programme will feature community issues from around the UK, hosted from BBC Radio London.

Publication date: 20.10.2023

1Xtra’s Tiffany Calver to broadcast show from Amsterdam Dance Event

BBC Radio 1Xtra DJ, Tiffany Calver is to air a special version of her show live from the Amsterdam Dance Event.

Publication date: 19.10.2023

Giovanna Fletcher and Peppa Pig join Classic FM for Family Classics Day

Best-selling author and podcast host Giovanna Fletcher and Peppa Pig are making their radio-presenting debuts on Classic FM this weekend.

Publication date: 18.10.2023

New radio station Bournemouth One to launch with emphasis on local news and information

A new radio station called Bournemouth One is launching soon covering local news and information for the town and surrounding area. The service, created by producer and designer Sophie Greenwood and RadioToday owner Roy Martin, says it will offer a clutter-free service of music and local news...

Publication date: 17.10.2023