BBC Radio 2 Announces “I Have A Dream Day”
BBC Radio 2 will air 24 hours of special features and programming to mark the anniversary of the iconic Martin Luther King speech in Washington DC.
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BBC’s Focus On Africa Celebrates 60 Years on Air
The BBC's Focus On Africa, now both a radio and television programme on BBC World Service and World News celebrates 60 years on air.
Claire Byrne Named as RTÉ Radio 1 ‘Today’ Host
Claire Byrne has been confirmed as the new presenter for RTÉ Radio 1's mid-morning, flagship Today programme, starting next Monday, 24th August.
Kier Starmer to Host Monthly LBC Phone-in Show
Labour Party leader, Sir Kier Starmer will be the first Leader of the Opposition to host a regular phone-in on UK radio when he joins LBC on a monthly basis.
Campaign Launched to Save Spirit FM
Campaign group launches petition aimed at convincing Bauer Media to keep West Sussex radio station Spirit FM local.
BBC Radio 1 to Celebrate 25 Years in Ibiza
BBC Radio 1 is joining with BBC Sounds to celebrate the stations' 25th year broadcasting from the Balearic island of Ibiza, synonymous with the global dance music scene.
BBC to Celebrate Sir Tom Jones’ 80th Birthday
BBC Radio Wales and BBC Radio 2 are coming together to mark the 80th birthday of Sir Tom Jones, and celebrate the man and his music.
Bauer Media to Combine Local Radio Assets into National Hits Radio Brand
Lincs FM, Celador Radio, UKRD and Wireless local stations are to join the Hits Radio Brand Network, providing Bauer Media with the largest commercial radio network in the UK, but warns of redundancies.
Australian Radio Remains Strong – Study
The Infinite Dial Australia 2020 study by Edison Research shows 82% of Australians aged 12 and over listened to radio over the air, online or via catch-up podcasts in the last week, holding steady with last year’s 83% figure.