Year: 2025

Bauer Media is marking Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a partnership between tombola and Breast Cancer Now.

The initiative is being supported by well-known presenters from Hits Radio and Magic Radio, who will encourage listeners to regularly check their breasts and to think about “who they’re checking for.”
The campaign, which began with a day-long takeover on Friday 3 October, features presenters including Fleur East, Gemma Atkinson, Harriet Scott, Josie Gibson and Neev Spencer. They will share personal reflections and reminders across the day, highlighting the importance of early detection and self-checking.
Throughout October, the partnership continues on *Magic Afternoons with Neev Spencer* with listener-led moments, songs dedicated to loved ones, and reminders of Breast Cancer Now’s “TLC: Touch, Look, Check” message. These special features replace some ad breaks to give space for personal stories and awareness messages.
Comedian Katherine Ryan will also take part, voicing segments within her podcast *What’s My Age Again?*, while radio talent from both stations share social videos explaining who they’re checking for, inviting audiences to do the same.
Jenna Voyce, Commercial Director at Bauer Media, said the partnership connects “brands, talent and audiences in moments that truly matter,” adding that it will “inspire tangible action across the UK.”
Hannah Brotherton, Head of Brand at tombola, said the campaign was especially meaningful for their community. “Over half of our bingo players have been affected by breast cancer, either themselves or someone they love. The campaign is designed to reach people wherever they are and encourage early detection.”
Manveet Basra, from Breast Cancer Now, added: “Checking your breasts could save your life. It only takes a few minutes and there’s no right or wrong way to do it. This October, we want everyone to stop and ask: who are you checking for?”

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Ofcom has found Birmingham’s community station BRMB in breach of its licence after ruling it failed to meet its Key Commitments and character of service.
The regulator said BRMB, operated by Big City Radio CIC, did not provide enough on-air content focused on Aston’s minority ethnic communities, as required by its licence. The decision follows Ofcom monitoring a week of output between 7 and 13 July this year.
While the station provided local news and music appealing to the wider Aston community, Ofcom said there was “little to no content” directly relevant to the area’s minority ethnic groups, which are a core part of its target audience. BRMB argued that its mix of music, community work, and online activity reflected its diverse audience and helped to unite different groups.
However, Ofcom said off-air activities or online content could not replace on-air delivery of the character of service. The regulator also noted that BRMB failed to provide its programme schedule for the monitored week by the requested deadline, breaching Licence Condition 9(1) relating to the provision of information.
The broadcaster has a long history of similar issues. Ofcom highlighted previous breaches dating back to 2015, including two financial penalties of £500 in 2020 and £1,200 in 2024. Despite these, BRMB was again found in breach of Licence Conditions 2(1) and 2(4) for not maintaining its character of service.
Ofcom said the latest breaches were “serious and repeated” and confirmed they will now be considered for a statutory sanction by the regulator’s Sanctions Panel. The body will also continue to monitor BRMB’s compliance with licence conditions.
The decision was published in Ofcom’s Broadcast and On Demand Bulletin, Issue 531, on 6 October 2025.

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BBC Cymru Wales presenters are joining forces this November to raise money for BBC Children in Need through a series of fun but demanding challenges.

The big fundraising day is on Friday 14 November, with presenters from BBC Radio Cymru, BBC Radio Wales and BBC One Wales all getting involved to support projects that help young people across the country.
At BBC Radio Cymru, Trystan Ellis-Morris and Emma Walford will take on their first-ever Children in Need challenge with a 24-hour danceathon. Beginning on Thursday 13 November, the pair will dance through the day and night before finishing live on air during their Friday morning show.
Trystan said it was “a privilege to take part” and hoped their efforts would “help raise awareness and vital funds.” Emma added: “I’m nervous, but with Tryst by my side and our listeners supporting us every step of the way, I believe we can do it.”
They’ll be joined in the Cardiff studio by special guests including BBC presenter Owain Wyn Evans, Pobol y Cwm cast members, Welsh band Cordia, and pupils from local schools. The entire danceathon will be livestreamed on BBC iPlayer.
Meanwhile on BBC Radio Wales, Catrin Heledd and Behnaz Akhgar are taking part in the Thousand Miles Three-Legged Race challenge. Across 4 and 5 November, they’ll complete 25 miles between them as part of a UK-wide 1,000-mile relay with presenters from other BBC stations.
Catrin said she hopes to “smile through the blisters and bruises,” while Behnaz, marking 24 years with the BBC, said she could “never say no to Pudsey” and that “the thought of raising more money makes it all worthwhile.”
Over on BBC One Wales, Derek Brockway will lead a special Weatherman Walking for Children in Need episode filmed in Lampeter. His six-mile walk will feature visits to local charities supported by the appeal, including YMCA Swansea’s Young Carers support group and Your Space (Marches), a North Wales charity for autistic young people.
BBC Cymru Wales Interim Director Garmon Rhys said: “Year after year, we’re amazed by the incredible efforts of presenters, fundraisers and supporters for BBC Children in Need. It won’t be easy for them, but it’s all for a tremendous cause—and we’ll be cheering them on every step of the way.”
Listeners can follow the challenges on BBC Radio Cymru, BBC Radio Wales and BBC One Wales, and via bbc.co.uk/childreninneed.

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Exec Producer James Robinson has announced he will leave Radio X at the end of the year after ten years with Global and more than eight years on The Chris Moyles Show.

James revealed the news on social media, saying he was “sad to say” goodbye to what he called “the best gig in radio”.
He added that he plans to work full time alongside his partner Chelsea on their travel venture, Holiday Expert.
In his post, James wrote: “After 10 years at Global and 8 and a half on The Chris Moyles Show, the early alarm will be turned off at the end of the year.
“I’ve had the best time but I’m to work full time with Chelsea on Holiday Expert. I’ll still be around until the end of the year so I’ll be making the most of what is definitely the best gig in radio. Thank you to everyone who helped make it so.”
James has been a core member of The Chris Moyles Show team since its launch on Radio X in 2015. Before Global, he worked at Bauer in Manchester producing shows including the networked evening and late shows.
His final show is expected to air later this year before he departs to focus on developing the travel business.
Holiday Expert was founded by Chelsea Dickenson and offers travel tips, hacks and inspiration across social media and online platforms.

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