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talkSPORT secures MotoGP radio rights for this summer
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
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KISS presenter Tyler West starts podcast with Molly
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Date change for BBC Radio 2 in the Park in Stirling
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Diane Morgan confirmed among first speakers for Tuning In 2025

Radiocentre has confirmed the first names appearing at Tuning In 2025, which takes place on Tuesday 23rd September at Kings Place in London.
Posted by Avatar photo Steve August 20, 2025 - 3:34 pm

BBC Radio 1Xtra celebrates Notting Hill Carnival with special weekender

BBC Radio 1Xtra is marking Notting Hill Carnival 2025 with a full week of special programming and a Carnival Weekender across the August bank holiday.
Posted by Avatar photo Steve August 20, 2025 - 10:43 am

Bauer and Virgin Bet extend football partnership this season

Bauer has renewed its partnership with Virgin Bet for a fourth year, with the sponsorship of Rock and Roll Football on Absolute Radio throughout the 2025/26 season.
Posted by Avatar photo Steve August 19, 2025 - 3:03 pm

Hospital Radio Swindon to host special 12 hour live show

Hospital Radio Swindon will celebrate its Diamond anniversary this year with a special 12-hour live broadcast on Saturday 20th September.
Posted by Avatar photo Steve August 19, 2025 - 7:42 am

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Robert Thompson appointed Interim Director of Production for BBC Local

The BBC has appointed Robert Thompson as Interim Director of Production, BBC Local from 9th September.
Posted by Avatar photo Steve August 18, 2025 - 12:26 pm
Absolute Radio in breach over unfair breakfast show competition

Absolute Radio in breach over unfair breakfast show competition

Ofcom has ruled that Absolute Radio breached the Broadcasting Code after finding that a breakfast show competition was not conducted fairly.
Posted by Avatar photo Steve August 18, 2025 - 11:57 am
Boom Rock found in breach over offensive language broadcast in song

Boom Rock found in breach over offensive language broadcast in song

Ofcom has ruled that Boom Rock breached the Broadcasting Code after airing offensive language during a Counting Crows track.
Posted by Avatar photo Steve August 18, 2025 - 10:56 am

Former Hallam Breakfast Show back together for new podcast

Big John, Liesl and James from Hallam FM and Hits Radio are getting back together for a brand-new weekly podcast.
Posted by Avatar photo Steve August 16, 2025 - 3:34 pm

BHBN Radio to air special show as it looks to raise funds after cuts

Hospital station BHBN Radio is to broadcast an interview with Strictly dancer Lauren Oakley on Bank Holiday Monday as the station looks to raise funds to stay on air.
Posted by Avatar photo Steve August 16, 2025 - 10:10 am

kmfm’s Tonnes of Tins 2025 sets new record with 11.1 tonnes

kmfm’s annual Tonnes of Tins campaign has broken records this year, collecting 11.1 tonnes of food for 16 food banks across Kent.
Posted by Avatar photo Steve August 15, 2025 - 4:40 pm

New station for Barnsley to launch at Civic Garden Gathering

Barnsley’s Essentials, will launch its full service on 7th September during the town’s Civic Garden Gathering in Mandela Gardens.
Posted by Avatar photo Steve August 15, 2025 - 3:20 pm

Corby Radio launches new weekday daytime line up from next week

Corby Radio will launch a refreshed daytime schedule starting this Monday.
Posted by Avatar photo Steve August 15, 2025 - 11:00 am

Global Academy celebrates record results for sixth form students

Global Academy’s Year 13 Class of 2025 has seen a record 62% of students achieving Distinctions in their UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma, the equivalent of three A*s at A Level.
Posted by Avatar photo Steve August 14, 2025 - 2:33 pm

BBC Radio 6 Music autumn schedule includes Kate Moss and Beth Ditto

BBC Radio 6 Music’s autumn schedule features Kate Moss, Beth Ditto, and a new series dedicated to celebrating neurodivergent identity and creativity.
Posted by Avatar photo Steve August 14, 2025 - 8:53 am

Radio Academy Festival to feature immersive Dolby Atmos showcase

The Radio Academy is to bring a range of new audio experiences to The Radio Academy Festival 2025 with the support of Dolby Labs.
Posted by Avatar photo Steve August 13, 2025 - 3:11 pm
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