BBC Radio Merseyside presenter Sean Styles is leaving the station after almost 30 years, bringing his long radio career to a close.
The former stand-up comedian has most recently been presenting shows on Saturdays and Sundays, having worked across much of the station’s schedule since joining nearly three decades ago.
Sean said: “I’ve enjoyed every minute of the 30 years I’ve been at Radio Merseyside.”
His early years at the BBC saw him working alongside colleague and friend Willie Miller on the unscripted M&S Show, where the pair attempted to make each other laugh throughout the programme.
Sean moved into solo weekday presenting in 2006 before switching to his regular weekend programmes in 2023.
Reflecting on his relationship with listeners, Sean said: “I’ve made great memories and great friends, and most of those friends I’ve never cast eyes on, because they’re my listeners and we’ve only spoken down the line or over text messages. But in radio the friendship and the warmth comes through the speakers.”
Born and raised in Kirkby, Sean also enjoyed a 40-year career in stand-up comedy, performing across the UK and overseas. He appeared on television talent programme New Faces in 1986, the same year he was named Liverpool Pub Comedian of the Year.
He announced his retirement from stand-up comedy in December 2025.
BBC Radio Merseyside executive editor Ben Anderson said he had tried to persuade Sean to remain at the station when he first announced his decision.
Ben added: “Merseyside lives for the weekends – and Sean will be greatly missed by his audience.”
The BBC has yet to confirm who will replace Sean, with a new weekend line-up expected to be announced in due course.
