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Sir Paul McCartney debuts new single Days We Left Behind on BBC Radio

Sir Paul McCartney premiered his new single Days We Left Behind in a world exclusive on BBC Radio this afternoon.

Publication date: 26.03.2026

Ed Gamble reflects on interviewing Robert De Niro for Off Menu

Speaking on Radio X, Ed Gamble has described his experience interviewing Robert De Niro for his Off Menu as “amazing” despite the actor’s reputation for being tricky in interviews.

Publication date: 26.03.2026

Ian Cottier marks 90 years with 45-year Manx radio milestone

Manx Radio presenter Ian Cottier has celebrated his 90th birthday, still hosting the same weekly show without a break.

Publication date: 26.03.2026

Broadcaster Paul Burnett joins 80s Heaven schedule line-up

Paul Burnett is the latest broadcaster to join 80s Heaven to present two weekly shows from early April.

Publication date: 26.03.2026

The Audio Academy announces ARIAS 2026 at The Roundhouse

The UK audio industry will gather this May for the 2026 ARIAS awards at The Roundhouse in Camden.

Publication date: 25.03.2026

Matt Brittin appointed BBC director-general

Matt Brittin will lead the BBC as DG from May, replacing Tim Davie.

Publication date: 25.03.2026

Miles Hunt reveals on Radio X brewery job and clears up Dizzy myth

The Wonder Stuff frontman Miles Hunt has revealed he stepped away from music after the pandemic to work in a brewery.

Publication date: 24.03.2026

Here’s what happened at Radiodays Europe 2026

So, here's what happened at Radiodays Europe in Riga over the last few days......

Publication date: 24.03.2026

Asian Network Represents initiative announces 12 new presenters

A dozen new voices will present on BBC Asian Network over the next year as part of its Represents initiative.

Publication date: 24.03.2026

Emperor Rosko marks 60 years since Radio Caroline debut

Emperor Rosko will celebrate six decades since his first broadcast on Radio Caroline with a special Easter show on the station.

Publication date: 23.03.2026