Grant Stott, Arlene Stuart and Connie McLaughlin (Image: Alan Peebles)
BBC Radio Scotland is making changes to its weekday schedule across Mornings and Afternoons.
From 1st June, Grant Stott will return as presenter of Afternoons Monday to Thursday, 1.30pm – 4pm, with Arlene Stuart taking over on Fridays.
Meanwhile Connie McLaughlin has been confirmed as presenter of the Morning programme 9am – midday, three days a week, with Stephen Jardine continuing to host the Thursday and Friday.
The current Afternoons presenters Michelle McManus, Len Pennie and Nicola Meighan will step down on Friday 29 May.
Victoria Easton Riley, Head of Audio and Events at BBC Scotland, said: “We’re thrilled to welcome Grant back to Afternoons and to bring Arlene into our daytime team.
“We’re enormously grateful to Michelle, Len and Nicola for the energy, creativity and passion they’ve brought to the programme. We wish them every success, and our door is open for future collaborations.”
Grant Stott said: “I’m absolutely delighted to be returning to Afternoons. We’ll be bringing listeners everything they need to stay plugged into Scotland’s buzzing arts and culture scene, all with the perfect soundtrack.”
Arlene added: “I’m so excited to join BBC Radio Scotland on Friday afternoons to kick start the weekend. I love radio and the connection it brings with listeners; I can’t wait to get behind the mic and get the conversations started.”
Connie McLaughlin said she looks forward to continuing her relationship with listeners through lively debate and audience views.