Capital FM PD James Brownlow to depart

95.8 Capital FM’s Programme Director James Brownlow is leaving Global Radio after two years in charge at the London station.

James replaced Paul Jackson in November 2010, coming from Capital (Galaxy) Manchester where he was Senior Galaxy Programming Director for Manchester and the North. He’s been with the company since before it took over Chrysalis in 2007.

Deputy PD Robert D’Ovidio will step up to become Acting Programme Director.

Richard Park, Group Executive Director and Director of Broadcasting said: “ We are disappointed to lose James, and wish him well for the future.”

James Brownlow said: “Global is a fantastic company and I wish all the team at Capital continued success.”