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BBC Radio 2 star hospitalised amid cancer diagnosis
BBC Radio 2 host Bob Harris has been admitted to hospital amid his battle with prostate cancer. The radio presenter, 79, has been battling the disease since 2007 when he was first diagnosed. Better known as 'Whispering Bob', the legendary DJ took…
BBC Radio Sheffield: Watch Thursday's Football Heaven
Watch Thursday night's edition of BBC Radio Sheffield's Football Heaven, discussing the latest football news. Get in touch by calling 0800 111 4949. The show is on from 18:00-19:00 BST on Thursday, 2 April - or watch or listen again afterwards.
Newcastle news: BBC Radio Newcastle analysis on financial results and future of Eddie Howe
BBC Radio Newcastle's Matthew Raisbeck and former Newcastle defender John Anderson have run through the club's latest financial results and comments made by chief executive David Hopkinson earlier this week about the future of manager Eddie Howe.
Scott Mills: BBC boss Tim Davie says it was 'very clear' BBC had to sack Radio 2 DJ
Annabel Rackham and Helen BushbyCulture reporters Outgoing director general Tim Davie has ended his tenure at the BBC by saying it became 'very clear' the former Radio 2 DJ Scott Mills had to be sacked, after the corporation received 'new…
Scott Mills' 'work wife' Tina Daheley will return to Radio 2 & reveals exact day
SCOTT Mills' “work wife” Tina Daheley has revealed the exact date she'll be back on air as she returns to Radio 2 without him. It was revealed this week that the fan-favourite host, 53, had been fired from his Radio 2 Breakfast Show…
Track Radio to launch on London DAB with mix of sport and music
A new station will combine sports discussion with music when it launches next month. Track Radio will begin broadcasting on 4th May, offering a mix of talk and music aimed at listeners who enjoy in-depth conversation about daily sporting stories.
BBC Radio 2 legend in hospital as he shares health update after cancer diagnosis
BBC star Bob Harris has given a health update as he continues to battle cancer BBC Radio 2 legend Bob Harris has given a health update as he continues to battle prostate cancer. The BBC stalwart and former Old Grey Whistle Test presenter, known as…
BBC Radio 2's Bob Harris returns to hospital for treatment
Bob Harris has told listeners he is back in hospital and taking a short break from his BBC Radio 2 shows. Posting on Instagram, he said he is receiving treatment for an issue that has developed over the past few weeks. “As many of you know…
Ofcom approves Key Commitments change for Farnborough's Glow Radio
Ofcom has approved a change to Glow Radio's Key Commitments, allowing it to broaden its audience beyond under-40s. The community radio licence holder, Rush FM Ltd, had proposed updating its character of service to include “the people who…
Jo Lloyd takes over Breakfast in Dune Radio schedule changes
Jo Lloyd will host Dune Radio's Breakfast Show from mid-April. She steps into the weekday slot after joining the station last November to present a weekend show. The former Smooth Radio and Century Radio presenter will front the refreshed Breakfast…
Rebecca Keating appointed Editor of BBC Radio 4 Today programme
Rebecca Keating will become the new Editor of BBC Radio 4's Today programme, starting in the coming weeks. She moves into the role from her current position as assistant editor across several Radio 4 news programmes, including The World at One, PM…
'Rumour and speculation': Scott Mills breaks silence after being fired from BBC Radio 2
Radio presenter Scott Mills, whose shock firing was announced by the BBC earlier this week amid reports he was previously investigated (and cleared) over an inappropriate sexual relationship with a teenage boy, has shared his first statement in…
Izzy Boss to host new show on BBC Radio 1Xtra in schedule changes
A new Friday night show led by Izzy Bossy will headline a wider schedule update on BBC Radio 1Xtra. The station is introducing a late night show from 11pm to 1am every Friday, starting on 24 April, with Izzy hosting Friday Night Party with Izzy…
Scott Mills' BBC Radio 2 sacking update as bosses 'unaware' boy was under 16
The BBC was unaware of the full extent of the police investigation into Scott Mills including the accuser's age, sources claim. The presenter was interviewed by police in 2018 under caution after being accused of serious sexual offences against a…
Thank you for being part of this with me': Popular radio presenter announces departure from 2FM
Posting on social media on Thursday, Clifford was reminiscent of everything she has experienced on the show in those 10 years, including the incredible guests she has had join her in the studio, getting to play the best in Irish music, Studio 8…
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