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Technical issues plague the start of networked show on BBC Local Radio
BBC local radio stations suffered major technical issues during the first week of shared programmes in the South and East as presenters say they are “clinging to the wreckage” of what’s left.Publication date: 11.09.2023
BBC Local Radio presenters air their opinions on recent changes
Sophie Little, a presenter with BBC Radio Norfolk, has voiced her personal opinion on the changes across the network saying they are ageist and ableist.Publication date: 10.09.2023
Frank Skinner and Myleene Klass amongst new speakers at Tuning In event
Radiocentre has announced new headliners for Tuning In at Picturehouse Central in London on 26th September. Joining Dave Berry and Miranda Sawyer on stage to celebrate 15 years of Absolute Radio will be comedian and Absolute presenter Frank Skinner.Publication date: 08.09.2023
Honorary Doctorate for former 1Xtra presenter Reece Parkinson
Former Radio 1Xtra presenter Reece Parkinson has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate in Media and Communications by the University of East London. He received the award from UEL’s Vice Chancellor and President, Professor Amanda Broderick, at a ceremony at the University’s Dockland’s campus.Publication date: 08.09.2023
Fleur East spills the beans on secret Strictly salsa
Strictly Come Dancing secrets were spilled in the Hits Radio Breakfast Show studio this morning.Publication date: 08.09.2023
First acts for this year’s Magic of Christmas revealed
The first acts to appear at the Magic of Christmas which returns to The London Palladium this year on Saturday 25 November.Publication date: 07.09.2023
Davido, NSG, Strandz and Debbie to play Capital XTRA Upfront Live
Capital XTRA and Lucozade Zero are holding an exclusive event at Camden’s KOKO.Publication date: 07.09.2023
Paul McKenna returns to broadcasting to host Boom Radio show
Renowned author and hypnotherapist Paul McKenna is returning to broadcasting 33 years after he left a successful radio career to host a show on Boom Radio.Publication date: 07.09.2023
Bauer returns to the London Palladium with added Ken Bruce event
Bauer radio stations are returning to the London Palladium this year for a series of live shows in November, with Ken Bruce also joining in. A new event, Greatest Hits Radio Live hosted by Ken Bruce, will kick off the weekend on Friday 24th, followed by Magic of Christmas on Saturday.Publication date: 06.09.2023
Absolute Radio to host intimate James gig at O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire
Legendary Manchester band James will perform an intimate gig at the O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire hosted by Absolute Radio.Publication date: 05.09.2023