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We gather the most important news from across the UK radio industry, making it easy for you to stay informed in one convenient place. If you notice we have missed a major story, please let us know! The filter panel above the news list allows you to narrow your search by the title, introductory text and the upload date. Besides that, you can sort the news by title, and date. The list shows the latest news by default. If you have any questions, please contact us on the Contact page!

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Rhodri Talfan Davies to take interim BBC DG job

Rhodri Talfan Davies is set to become Interim Director-General of the BBC from early April.

Publication date: 28.01.2026

Ashton Kutcher relives viral radio moment on Capital Breakfast

Ashton Kutcher and Anthony Ramos caused laughter and nostalgia on Capital Breakfast this morning.

Publication date: 27.01.2026

Take That reveal new music plans on Scott Mills Breakfast Show

Gary Barlow, Mark Owen and Howard Donald joined Scott Mills on his BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show this morning.

Publication date: 27.01.2026

Permanent shows for Steffan Powell and Rima Ahmed at 5 Live

BBC Radio 5 Live has appointed Steffan Powell as permanent Breakfast co-host on Fridays and Sundays, and Rima Ahmed joins from BBC Radio Leeds to co-host Fridays.

Publication date: 26.01.2026

Forever Audio appoints Warren Hamilton to new role

Forever Audio has appointed Wave Studios founder Warren Hamilton to a newly created senior role focused on studio partnerships.

Publication date: 26.01.2026

Josh Baker, Silva Bumpa and Paige Cavell appear on Capital Dance

Josh Baker, Silva Bumpa and Paige Cavell have been reflecting on the changing UK dance scene after joining Mistajam on Capital Dance.

Publication date: 23.01.2026

David Baddiel shares inside Larry the Cat stories on Radio X

David Baddiel brought cat chaos, political humour and celebrity anecdotes to Radio X this morning, as he joined Chris Moyles and the team.

Publication date: 22.01.2026

On-Air Content to launch new music research product for stations

On-Air Content is launching On-Air Research, a new music research product for smaller stations.

Publication date: 22.01.2026

Mel C surprises Emma Bunton on Heart with Spice Girls birthday praise

Emma Bunton celebrated her 50th birthday live on Heart Breakfast this morning.

Publication date: 21.01.2026

Radiocentre sets out audio priorities in public service media debate

Radiocentre has outlined its key priorities for UK audio as the sector faces an important year in public service media discussions.

Publication date: 21.01.2026