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V2 Radio listeners have helped collect around three thousand toys for children across Sussex and Hampshire.

The gifts, worth an estimated thirty six thousand pounds, will be distributed by more than twenty organisations.
V2 Radio staff have thanked everyone who donated to the campaign, which comes at a time when household budgets remain tight.
Programme Controller Ian Crouch said listeners “have once again got behind our toy appeal to help those families in Sussex and Hampshire that are struggling” and added that the donations will brighten many children’s Christmas Day.
Rebecca Newman Smith from Ashton Care Group, which sponsored the appeal, visited the station during the Brunch Hour and said she was moved by the scale of donations. She said the sight of the toys “nearly made me cry” and praised listeners for coming together to help others at a time of need. Rebecca added that people were “changing lives, making such a difference to people when they need it most”.

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GTN UK’s long-serving Chief Operating Officer John Quinn is set to step down on 28 February next year.

Tim McCabe will become Managing Director from 24 December, with both working together over the coming weeks to ensure continuity across the company’s radio travel news and advertising operations.
John joined the business in 2009 after GTN acquired UBC Media’s commercial division and has been a central figure in running UK operations.
The company says he leaves after more than three decades in the radio and media industry and has helped shape GTN’s development through his knowledge of the commercial radio sector.
In a statement, GTN thanked John for his contribution and wished him well for the future.
Tim is already well established within the organisation and brings detailed understanding of its UK activity. GTN says his industry experience and close involvement in the business make him well placed to lead the next phase of its work with radio groups and advertisers.
The company added that it looks forward to working with Tim as he takes on the role and continues to deliver advertising solutions across the UK.

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The Radio Academy is inviting members to put themselves forward for two vacancies on its Board of Trustees.

The organisation, soon to be known as the Audio Academy, says it is looking for candidates with wide industry experience who want to help shape the future of the UK audio sector.
The role involves guiding the Academy’s strategy and ensuring its work continues to support people working across radio, podcasting and wider audio. Trustees also oversee delivery of the Academy’s major events and programmes and help ensure the charity provides value to its members and the industry.
Members from all backgrounds are encouraged to express an interest, with the Academy highlighting its ambition to reflect the full range of voices and experiences across the UK. It describes the positions as a chance to champion talent, influence policy and contribute to development across the audio sector.
The Academy says it wants to hear from anyone who cares deeply about audio and believes they can play a part in supporting the community it represents.

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Global has unveiled the winners of its first Global Player Awards this year, recognising the artists and podcasters most listened to across its radio network and Global Player.

The awards are based solely on listening data from Global’s platforms, and
A new category, the Two Billion Listens Award, has been introduced to acknowledge artists who achieved more than two billion listens across Global stations and on Global Player.
Ed Sheeran, Teddy Swims and Myles Smith all reached the benchmark.
Ed Sheeran thanked listeners for helping him surpass the total, saying he was grateful for the support shown during his career. Teddy Swims also expressed thanks to fans, while Myles Smith highlighted the contribution of both audiences and Global’s radio teams.
Global’s brands have also named their biggest breakthrough acts. Capital recognises Alex Warren, while Capital XTRA awards MOLIY. Radio X’s breakthrough winner is Sombr and Capital Dance names Chrystal.
MOLIY said she was thankful to listeners and supporters of her music and looked ahead to next year.
Elton John receives the Global Player Awards Legend title, marking more than two decades of continued influence and sustained listening across Global’s stations. Elton thanked Global and the generations of fans who continue to enjoy his music.
Post Malone and Morgan Wallen’s track I Had Some Help is named the most listened to song on Global Player this year.
In podcasting, Christiane Amanpour Presents: The Ex Files with Jamie Rubin is named Biggest New Podcast, with Christiane thanking listeners for their support. The News Agents is confirmed as the most listened to podcast on Global Player and takes Best Podcast Show.
Ashley Tabor-King says the awards reflect what audiences choose to listen to, and congratulated Ed, Myles and Teddy on reaching two billion listens.
The company previous ran the Global Awards from 2018 to 2024.

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Happy Radio UK has been confirmed as the official radio partner for the new Greater Manchester Wellbeing Series launching this year.

The collaboration will see the station support two major wellbeing initiatives designed to encourage better mental and physical health across workplaces and communities in the region.
The series begins on 21 May 2026 with a 5.5 kilometre run and 2 kilometre walk at Heaton Park, offering an early evening event open to all abilities. The second event on 22 October is a three-minute guided meditation taking place virtually across Greater Manchester.
Station co-founders Max Eden and Darren Proctor said they were pleased to support an initiative designed to improve wellbeing across the region, adding that the partnership will help bring both events to audiences on air and on site.
Darren said the station hoped to play a role in encouraging workplaces to make wellbeing a priority.
Nick Rusling, speaking on behalf of the Greater Manchester Wellbeing Series, said Happy Radio UK’s strong local connection made it a natural fit for the new programme, adding that the partnership would help raise awareness and encourage participation across the region.

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HFM has unveiled its new radio car after listeners and local supporters raised the money needed to put the vehicle on the road.

The station’s appeal passed £10,000, with a further £7,500 grant from the Howard Watson Symington Memorial Charity enabling the project to go ahead.
The vehicle will be used across South Leicestershire and North Northamptonshire, including towing HFM’s mobile stage trailer to events. It replaces the station’s previous car, which had reached the end of its working life and could no longer support the broadcaster’s community activity.
Director Chris Jones said the response had been significant. He said the team were grateful to everyone who contributed and added that the charity’s grant ensured the project could be completed. Chris said the station relies on being present at events and able to reach audiences directly, making the new vehicle essential for future outreach.
HFM Director Barry Badger joined Chris for the unveiling of the car, which is already in use and will be seen at community gatherings throughout the year. The new vehicle strengthens the station’s ability to support local events, provide outside broadcasts and maintain a regular presence across the area.
HFM has broadcast from its Market Harborough studios since this year, serving listeners in South Leicestershire and North Northamptonshire with local programming, information and community links.

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