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Radio Platfform marks 10 years developing talent
Americast enters UK top ten podcasts list
Local Radio Day returns to “Showcase and Shine”
New football station Rock and Goal Radio to launch
Sky signs World Cup ad deal with News UK
Community stations get their awards call for 2026
Ofcom issues reminder over advert placements
KISS hires James Hall for its evening show
Aled Jones to host Classic FM weekday mornings
Whisper hires Chris Hatton for global sales growth
KISS presenter Tyler West starts podcast with Molly
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Radio Caroline powers its AM broadcasts using solar energy

Radio Caroline has shared details of its successful move to solar-powered broadcasting, years ahead of similar research now being explored by the BBC.
Posted by Avatar photo Steve October 27, 2025 - 3:01 pm

Ouse Valley Radio launches new era for Cambs community station

A long-running community station in Cambridgeshire has a new name and focus as Huntingdon Community Radio becomes Ouse Valley Radio.
Posted by Avatar photo Steve October 27, 2025 - 1:56 pm

Corby Radio launches spin-off station Corby Retro Rewind

Corby Radio is launching a new sister station, Corby Retro Rewind, broadcasting initially online from 26th December and on DAB later.
Posted by Avatar photo Steve October 27, 2025 - 9:52 am

AudioUK reveals nominees for this year’s APAs as ticket go on sale

The nominees for the 2025 APAs, sponsored by Audible, have been announced, marking 15 years of the event.
Posted by Avatar photo Steve October 27, 2025 - 9:00 am

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Former broadcaster Tom Edwards has died at the age of 80

Former BBC and pirate radio broadcaster, Tom Edwards has passed away aged 80.
Posted by Avatar photo Steve October 26, 2025 - 9:42 am

Community Radio Awards winners announced for 2025

The best of Community Radio has been celebrated in Bradford for the 2025 Community Radio Awards
Posted by Avatar photo Roy October 26, 2025 - 7:19 am

Radio Orwell 50th reunion show planned for Suffolk Sound

Former presenters from Radio Orwell are coming together to mark 50 years since the station first went on air in Ipswich
Posted by Avatar photo Roy October 24, 2025 - 8:20 pm

Myleene Klass sees what’s possible with Boots Opticians

Myleene Klass hosts new Boots Opticians podcast See What’s Possible, exploring inspiring stories and expert advice on eye health, style and wellbeing
Posted by Avatar photo Roy October 24, 2025 - 4:14 pm

International Podcast Alliance launches to unite global audio producers

AudioUK and partners launch the International Podcast Alliance to unite global audio producers and champion fair, collaborative growth in podcasting
Posted by Avatar photo Roy October 23, 2025 - 5:32 pm

Radio Bath celebrates local heroes at first charity awards

Radio Bath’s first Charity Awards honoured the volunteers and community groups making Bath a better place to live
Posted by Avatar photo Roy October 23, 2025 - 3:47 pm

Juliet Njeri appointed as BBC Regional Director for Africa

Juliet Njeri becomes BBC’s new Regional Director for Africa, leading eleven language services and English output across the continent from Nairobi
Posted by Avatar photo Reporter October 23, 2025 - 2:12 pm
RAJAR Q3 2025 – Sport and Chill formats increase reach

RAJAR Q3 2025 – Sport and Chill formats increase reach

Total UK radio weekly reach edged up 0.3% quarter-on-quarter to 50.1 million listeners, maintaining an 86% weekly reach of adults 15+
Posted by Avatar photo Roy October 23, 2025 - 12:01 am

Global launches video-first podcasts and sports entertainment arm

Global unveils video-first podcasts, sports entertainment division, and new data platform to give advertisers integrated campaigns across audio, video and outdoor
Posted by Avatar photo Roy October 22, 2025 - 9:35 am

GenX Radio Suffolk marks 50 years since Radio Orwell launch

GenX Radio Suffolk will return to the birthplace of commercial radio in Suffolk to celebrate 50 years since Radio Orwell first went on air.
Posted by Avatar photo Roy October 21, 2025 - 2:46 pm

QVC partners with Magic Radio to support midlife wellbeing

QVC joins forces with Bauer’s Magic Radio to promote midlife wellbeing and menopause awareness through Mellow Magic sponsorship and social content
Posted by Avatar photo Roy October 21, 2025 - 12:31 pm
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