Radio Wirral plans relaunch on local DAB
Radio Wirral, the online station which appeared after the closure of community station Wirral Radio, is going on DAB.
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Global’s Make Some Noise Day raises over £4m
The total from Global's Make Some Noise Day stands at over four million pounds - at £4,097,325 raised in just one day.
Podcast: At The Imaging Days 2019 with Broadway Bill and others
Stuart Clarkson is joined from Amsterdam by Roy Martin and Ian Brannan who are at The Imaging Days conference.
Google and eBay sign up for Drive to Digital 2019 event
Drive to Digital has secured speakers from Google and eBay to join the speaker line-up for this year's event.
BBC Radio 1 wants demos from local radio presenters
Anyone with radio experience is being invited to send their demo to BBC Radio 1 with a chance of appearing on the Christmas schedule.
Bauer radio stations join social media blackout
Bauer Media brands are going silent on social media for one hour today to mark World Mental Health Day.
Chris Moyles hosts breakfast show suspended above the River Thames
Chris Moyles presented his Radio X show live from a cable car suspended 100s of feet above the River Thames in aid of charity.
Tim Lihoreau pulls 400lb piano across London
Classic FM’s breakfast host Tim Lihoreau has completed his challenge to pull a 400lb piano almost five miles across central London.
Chris Mason named as new host of Radio 4’s Any Questions
BBC Radio 4 has announced Chris Mason as the new host of its Friday night debate programme Any Questions?, replacing Jonathan Dimbleby.
BBC Radio 2’s Rylan Clark-Neal to sing for 24 hours
Presenter Rylan Clark-Neal will sing in a 24 hour non-stop karaoke extravaganza to raise money for BBC Children in Need 2019.
Union JACK to broadcast special series for mental health
Union JACK has collaborated with Whistledown Productions to create a 22-part short feature series to raise awareness of male mental health struggles.
Detector Van advertising campaign starts for Chris Evans
A new advertising campaign for the Chris Evans Breakfast Show on Virgin Radio has kicked off.
Peak FM remembers the 90s for 21st birthday
North Derbyshire station Peak FM is celebrating its 21st birthday today with a look back at its launch time.
Podcast: Roundtable discussion about radio and podcasts
Adam Bowie (BBC), Matt Hill (British Podcast Awards) and Adam Uytman (Listen) join Trevor Dann for October's roundtable and make some recommendations for your auditory delight.
1Xtra Live event cancelled after Police incident
BBC Radio 1Xtra cancelled its Live event in Birmingham on Saturday night after a man was slashed during a backstage incident.
Bauer’s proposals for addressing CMA issues published
The Competition and Markets Authority has published documents from Bauer in response to its investigation into the group's purchase of four smaller commercial radio groups and a share in FRS.
Charlotte Greenman appointed Social Media Editor for Bauer Radio
Former Radio 1 producer Charlotte Greenman has been hired by Bauer to head up social media for the company's national and local radio brands.
1Xtra’s Jamz Supernova takes over Selector Radio
BBC Radio 1Xtra presenter Jamz Supernova is taking over from Goldierocks as presenter of the British Council funded Selector Radio show.
Podcasting course announced by Audiotrain
Audiotrain has announced a new course on one of its most popular training subjects - podcasting.
Ofcom proposes to allow more than two SRSLs per year
Ofcom has started a consultation on a plan to allow a single operator to run more than two SRSLs per year.
Dearne FM holds a Coffee Morning In A Car
Dearne FM has held a coffee morning in a car in support of Macmillan’s Annual Coffee Mornings.
New DAB stations launch for kids and Arabic expats
In the latest DAB multiplex variations, a new radio station for children has launched, along with a service aimed at Arabic expats and visitors.
Quidem Format change requests go to consultation
Ofcom has opened a consultation after Quidem requests its six stations make significant changes to their output.
Eight new radio projects to share £200,000 funding
The latest recipients benefiting from the Audio Content Fund have been announced.
Ofcom awards extra transmitters to community radio stations
Ofcom is currently assessing 127 applications from community radio stations requesting an improvement or an extension to their coverage areas.
Entries open for 2020 Audio and Radio Industry Awards
Submissions are now welcomed from anyone wishing to take part in the 2020 Audio and Radio Industry Awards.
Schedule released for The Imaging Days conference 2019
This year's two day imaging conference in Amsterdam is taking place next week, and the full schedule is now online.
Bay Trust Radio gets Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service
Bay Trust Radio has been presented with the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service for providing a local service to hospitals and the local community in Cumbria and North Lancashire.
Former Imagine FM team launch Stockport radio station
Former Imagine FM CEO Paul Taylor and drive time presenter Chellce AJ have launched a new digital station for Stockport.
Bauer Media creates Visit Scotland’s first podcast series
Bauer Media has created a new podcast for Visit Scotland called 100,000 Welcomes to mark the Scottish tourist board’s 50th anniversary.
Mark Goodier heads up new production company Listen
A new production company has been created by the content team at Wise Buddah, with Mark Goodier as Chairman.
Podcast: BBC Radio Shropshire’s Eric Smith on 25 years on-air
This week BBC Radio Shropshire’s breakfast presenter Eric Smith talks to RadioToday about his 25 years on the show, and what BBC Local Radio was like when he started back in 1972.
Nominations out for the Community Radio Awards 2019
The shortlist for the 2019 Community Radio Awards has been revealed.
Radio 1 joins European dance music radio simulcast
BBC Radio 1's Annie Mac will host the first hour of an 7-hour dance show which is being simulcast across 8 radio stations in 7 European countries next month.
First sessions announced for Radio TechCon 2019
Radio TechCon's topics for this year's event have been announced ahead of the event on Monday 25th November at IET London: Savoy.
Radio Lollipop throws big party for its 40th birthday
Radio Lollipop celebrated forty years of broadcasting and bedside entertainment by throwing a big party.
Here’s what happened at Tuning In North 2019
Advertisers, producers and representatives gathered at The Bridgewater Hall on Wednesday 25th September for Radiocentre’s Tuning In North.
Bauer Radio’s Hits Live returns to three locations
Bauer has announced details of this year's Hits Radio Live taking place once again in Manchester, Birmingham and Liverpool.
BBC Somerset holds development day for Community Radio
A new partnership is emerging between BBC local radio and community radio in Somerset.
BBC Local Radio podcast Multi Story returns
The Multi Story podcast, with content from BBC Local Radio, is returning for a third series.
BBC Radio 1 renews The Gemma Collins Podcast
BBC Radio 1 has decided to renew The Gemma Collins Podcast for a further eight episodes.
BBC Asian Network launches The Bhangra Project
BBC Asian Network has announced submissions are open for The Bhangra Project, an on-air talent search to discover the UK’s next big Bhangra star.
High Peak Radio and Ashbourne Radio to rebrand
High Peak Radio and Ashbourne Radio are changing their names to Imagine Radio from November 4th.
1Xtra to broadcast pop-up DAB station in Bradford
A new temporary DAB digital radio station starts in Bradford this week from the team at BBC Radio 1Xtra.
Jazz FM and BBC Radio 3 share content in new partnership
BBC Radio 3 and BBC Sounds will broadcast Jazz FM content whilst Jazz FM is to share key recordings from BBC Radio 3.
Magic and Absolute Radio to broadcast from New Zealand
Bauer Radio is to partner with Tourism New Zealand and broadcast from across the country with Magic Radio and Absolute Radio.
Beat Radio goes off-air after all station audio deleted
Community station Beat Radio has been broadcasting non-stop music, ads and idents for almost a week following an electrical issue at its studio base.
Schedule changes at Radio Essex as Harvey Lee joins
Former Heart Essex weekend presenter Harvey Lee is joining Radio Essex to host weekday afternoons starting on 7th October.
Radio Matryoshka in breach for offensive language
Russian language service Radio Matryoshka has been found in breach of Ofcom rules for offensive language in a song.
BBC Radio 5 Live appoints Heidi Dawson as Controller
Heidi Dawson has been appointed as the new Controller of BBC Radio 5 Live and 5 Live Sports Extra.
Rock Radio Gibraltar signs up for Radio News Hub
Gibraltar's independent commercial radio station, Rock Radio, has signed up Radio News Hub to receive a tailored local news and weather service.
Rutland Radio presenter gets on his bike to raise money
Rutland Radio’s Rob Persani has cycled 40 miles to raise money for charity.
Podcast: BBC Radio 2 presenters Live at Hyde Park
This week we’re at Radio 2 Live in Hyde Park, chatting to presenters OJ Borg, Rev Kate Bottley, Trevor Nelson, Craig Charles and Jeremy Vine.
Kiss 102 25th reunion party planned in Manchester
A reunion to celebrate 25 years since Kiss 102 launched in Manchester has been planned.
7digital secures further funding of £1.88 million
7digital has conditionally raised gross proceeds of £1.88 million through a subscription of 937,900,000 new ordinary shares.
Applications submitted for Cumbria DAB radio multiplexes
Ofcom has received two applications for the DAB digital radio multiplexes covering North Lancashire, Cumbria and parts of South West Scotland.
John Humphrys signs off after 32 years on Radio 4
BBC Radio 4 Today Programme presenter John Humphrys has hosted his final edition of the programme, with guests including former Prime Ministers Tony Blair and David Cameron as well as the BBC…
BBC Radio Lancashire recognises local unsung heroes
A team of Coastguard volunteers, Morecambe’s ‘Sooty man’ and a headteacher who appeared on Britain’s Got Talent are among the 10 winners of the BBC Radio Lancashire Community Heroes Awards 2019.
BMW starts using RadioDNS technology in new cars
BMW is the latest automotive manufacturer to announce that it has integrated the RadioDNS open standards into its vehicles.
Erewash Sound superheroes raise money for charity
A group of presenters dressed as superheroes to take on a fundraising assault course challenge has raised over £300.
Mike Shaft to open Community Media Conference 2019
Presenter Mike Shaft will give the opening address at the 2019 Community Media Conference at MediaCityUK in Salford on Saturday 28th September.
Latest ReelWorld Radio Academy 30 under 30 revealed
The Radio Academy and ReelWorld have unveiled this year’s 30 under 30 list.
Fix Radio plans to give out free cash in the streets
Fix Radio is planning to hand out twenty-pound notes in celebration of National Tradesman’s Day this week.
BBC Radio Scotland to simulcast Debate Night from TV
BBC Radio Scotland is to simulcast the weekly television discussion show Debate Night followed by a new discussion programme, Debate Night Extra.
RadioWorks Group hires new Chief Commercial Officer
Radio and digital audio advertising specialist RadioWorks Group has appointed Richard Dennis-Jones as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO).
Absolute Radio’s Hometime expands across network
Absolute Radio’s Hometime show is to be shared across the other Absolute-branded stations, with 7 separate playlists.
Podcast: Gary Davies previews BBC Radio 2 Live in Hyde Park
Gary Davies talks to RadioToday about Radio 2 Live In Hyde Park this weekend as well as his ‘accidental’ return to national BBC Radio over the last couple of years.
Q Radio’s Stephen Clements joins BBC Radio Ulster
Former Q Radio Breakfast Show presenter Stephen Clements is joining BBC Radio Ulster to host the mid-morning slot.
Absolute Radio named national station of the year at Bauer Awards
Bauer has crowned Absolute Radio as the National Station of the Year at its annual awards event in London.
Connect FM given Ofcom go-ahead to merge with Smooth
Ofcom has approved the request from Communicorp UK's Connect FM to share all programmes with Smooth Radio East Midlands.
Opinion: The Power of the North by Gary Stein
Gary Stein, Group Programme Director, Hits Radio Network, explains for RadioToday why the North of England is fast becoming ad land’s new sweet spot.
Jimmy and Summaya pair up for BBC Radio Leicester Drive
Jimmy Carpenter and Summaya Mughal are joining up to present a brand new Drive show together on BBC Radio Leicester from Monday 16 September.
US radio exec Caroline Beasley lined up for Drive to Digital
CEO of the Beasley Broadcast Group, Caroline Beasley, is lined up to speak at this year's Drive to Digital event.
New programmers appointed for Hits Radio Network
Bauer is moving James Brownlow to Manchester to oversee programming on the Hits Radio Network in the North West, with David Salt replacing James in the West Midlands.
Christmas comes early for Stray FM and Harrogate
Stray FM’s “How Big Is Your Bauble?” has returned to the station bringing together local people and businesses to raise money for the town’s Christmas lights.
New regular programmes and presenters at BBC Radio 3
There are four new regular programmes being added to the BBC Radio 3 schedule, whilst new presenters are also joining the station.
Love Sport Radio to broadcast nationally on DAB
Kelvin MacKenzie's London sports station Love Sport Radio has announced it will broadcast nationally via SDL by the end of the year.
DAX signs exclusive deal with Endemol Shine Group
DAX has signed an exclusive advertising agreement with content creator, producer and distributor Endemol Shine Group across its self-produced and self-funded podcasts.
Monty Panesar signs up for weekly show on Panjab Radio
Monty Panesar is joining Panjab Radio for a new show each weekend.
talkSPORT 2 launches dedicated women’s football show
talkSPORT has launched its first dedicated women’s football show and the only dedicated weekly women’s football show on commercial radio.
Overnight changes at talkRADIO and talkSPORT
There's a new addition to the talkRADIO weeknight schedule as Darryl Morris takes over from Paul Ross, who moves to talkSPORT.
BBC Local Radio starts search for New Voices
Open auditions are to take place across England and the Channel Islands for BBC local radio’s new talent search.
Union JACK introduces live breakfast radio show with Adam English
Union JACK is launching a live breakfast show each weekday morning with Student Radio Awards winner Adam English.
The Stephanie Hirst Show on Radio Leeds heads to Ibiza
Stephanie Hirst is to broadcast her BBC Radio Leeds show live from Café Mambo in Ibiza this Friday.
Matt Baker covers Magic Breakfast with Harriet Scott
BBC Television presenter Matt Baker is covering Breakfast on Magic this week for Ronan Keating.
Christian Smith returns to Global from Virgin Radio
Christian Smith is to re-join Global from Virgin Radio and Al Smith has been appointed Managing Editor at Capital XTRA.
Podcast: Roundtable with Trevor Dann and a panel of indies
Trevor Dann hosts the RadioToday Roundtable for September 2019 with guests Caroline Raphael (AudioUK) Chloe Straw (We Are Grape) and Nicky Birch (BBC and Rosina Sound).
Mike Walsh announces departure from Radio X
Radio X Head of Music and Deputy Programme Director Mike Walsh is leaving the station later this month, after 18 years with the same company.
BBC Radio Manchester to broadcast from a shop front
BBC Radio Manchester is to broadcast live from a high street shop in Wythenshawe for a week in September.
MD Mark Mahaffy leaves Bauer Northern Ireland
The Regional Managing Director for Bauer’s radio stations in Northern Ireland, Mark Mahaffy is leaving the business after twelve years.
Tony Dibbin gets weekday mornings on Absolute Radio 70s
Former Gold breakfast presenter Tony Dibbin is joining Absolute Radio 70s for a new morning show.
BBC iPlayer for Radio app to close this month
The BBC will withdraw the iPlayer for Radio app this month in a bid to move users over to the newer BBC Sounds platform.
Switzerland on track to switch off FM radio by 2024
The Swiss radio industry is planning to gradually phase out analogue radio broadcasting via FM by the end of 2024 at the latest.
Weekday schedule shuffle at BBC Radio Scotland
It's all change at BBC Radio Scotland with new presenters on weekday breakfast, lunchtime and drivetime.
Critic Giles Coren joins talkRADIO for weekly show
talkRADIO has hired fellow News UK employee Giles Coren to host a show every Sunday evening from 7-10pm.
Howard Donald joins line-up for Radiocentre’s Tuning In North
Take That singer Howard Donald has joined the line-up of speakers for Radiocentre’s upcoming event in Manchester.
New senior programming appointments made at Global
Global has made a series of senior programming appointments following its announcement that James Rea is to become its new Director of Broadcasting.
Special episode of You, Me and The Big C released
A special episode of the podcast You, Me and The Big C has been released to mark the first anniversary of the death of Rachael Bland.
Drive to Digital event to be hosted by Penny Smith
Scala Radio presenter Penny Smith will Chair this year's Drive to Digital event at the British Library.
James Grove made Group Head of Music at Virgin Radio
Virgin Radio’s James Grove has been promoted to Group Head of Music.