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Update on access to BBC Sounds outside the UK
A new directory on BBC.com gives audiences access to all the BBC’s radio stations from across the UK ...
BBC Radio 2 spin-off and 5 Sports Extra stations rejected as three new stations confirmed to go ahead
The BBC had proposed launching Radio 1 Dance, Radio 1 Anthems, a Radio 2 spin-off channel, and Radio 3 Unwind, as well as ...
BBC Radio 1 announce schedule shake-up in major show change
The new line-up of Radio 1 presenters have been confirmed in the lead up the to UK summer. New faces are joining forces with ...
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Final decision: BBC Radio 2 and Radio 5 Live spin offs rejected
BBC gets go-ahead for Radio 1 Dance, Anthems and Radio 3 Unwind, but Ofcom blocks Radio 2 spin-off and 5 Sports Extra ...
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BBC Radio 2 blocked from launching ‘golden oldies’ station
Boom Radio, the “golden oldies” station which broadcasts from its DJs’ garden sheds, celebrated a victory over the BBC after ...
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NLive Radio cements itself as a cornerstone of accountability in Northamptonshire
The contract to report on the activities of the local council and scrutinise public services and businesses across Northants, ...
Beloved radio presenter dies in hospital as heartbroken colleagues pay tribute
A radio presenter who "made a difference" has tragically died after working more than 40 years on the airwaves.
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Corby Radio boss Des Barber to switch off his mic after three decades of broadcasting
Jim shared: "The first DJ I ever met back in 1981 was Des, who with Karen by his side, did the school discos at St. Patrick’s ...
BBC Radio 1 announces schedule shake-up as Greg James’ breakfast show gets overhaul and TikTok stars join the station
NEW Radio 1 presenters have been confirmed in the run-up to the summer. Fresh new faces are joining forces with the BBC ...
TikToker Charley Marlowe joins Radio 1 as presenter
TikTok star Charley Marlowe is set to join BBC Radio 1 as a summer presenter, the station has announced. Charley, who also ...
Dan Walker: Sheffield TV and radio star explains absence from the airwaves amid concern from fans
Sheffield presenter Dan Walker has addressed his absence from 5 News and Classic FM. Some viewers have asked the 48-year-old ...
UK Radio Station to Re-Air Live Aid Concert for 40th Anniversary
In honor of the 40th anniversary of Live Aid, the UK’s Greatest Hits radio station will re-broadcast the 1985 10-hour concert that features legendary performances from Queen, David Bowie, Paul ...