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BBC Radio 2 presenters will broadcast from Chelmsford in the days leading up to Radio 2 in the Park, which takes place at Hylands Park from 5th to 7th September.

Scott Mills and Rylan Clark will record an edition of their Pop Top 10 podcast live in front of an audience at Chelmsford Theatre on Tuesday 2nd September, joined by a secret VIP guest.
The episode will be on BBC Sounds from Wednesday 3rd September and on Radio 2 on Saturday 6th September from 1am.
On Thursday 4th September, Jo Whiley will present a BBC Introducing special of her evening show from local venue Hot Box, with an intimate audience chosen by random draw open to over 18s only.
Jeremy Vine will host his Friday lunchtime programme from Chelmsford on 5th September, celebrating Essex with features including a visit to the county’s Cold War-era nuclear bunker, a look at Chelmsford’s place in radio history, and a trip to a local vineyard.
Helen Thomas, Head of Radio 2, said: “Radio 2 has always been proud to take the station out and about across the UK, and these events in Chelmsford in the run up to Radio 2 in the Park provide a wonderful extra opportunity to shine a spotlight on the city and for our star presenters to meet and connect with our listeners face-to-face.
“We are so excited to bring the full BBC Radio 2 experience to Essex in September and we can’t wait to celebrate with everyone.”

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Happy Radio UK and the Trafford Centre have entered a new agreement for the station to be the shopping centre’s official radio partner.

The partnership will see Happy Radio supporting the Manchester venue with coverage, promotion, live OBs, presenter appearances and social content supporting its calendar of events on site.
The collaboration aims to highlight the Trafford Centre’s range of activities, family events, and retail experiences, alongside new store launches and the centre’s new premium parking offer.
As part of the partnership, Happy Radio UK will showcase previews of upcoming attractions and help engage shoppers through on-site activity.
“We’re absolutely thrilled to be teaming up with Trafford Centre to champion this iconic venue and its offering,” said co-founders Darren Proctor and Max Eden. “It’s an incredible destination known not only for its shopping but for being a real leisure destination.”

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BBC Asian Network is celebrating 15 years of The Official Asian Music Chart with a public vote to find the number one track.

The Ultimate Asian Music Chart No.1 Vote, launched in collaboration with The Official Charts Company, was announced this morning on Asian Network Breakfast. Voting opened at 8am today and will close at midday on 1st September.
Listeners can choose from the top 50 biggest-selling tracks that have reached number one since March 2010. Up to five votes can be cast online for the track they think deserves the title of Ultimate Asian Music Chart No.1.
A special live countdown show will air from 7am on Friday 12th September on Asian Network and BBC Sounds, with Asian Network DJs joined by special guests before revealing the winning song.
Ahmed Hussain, Head of Asian Network, said the chart has championed “the incredible talent and diversity of the British Asian and South Asian music scene” and invited listeners to join the celebration.
Martin Talbot, CEO of The Official Charts Company, added that the partnership reflects pride in platforming South Asian talent over the past 15 years.

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Award-winning broadcaster Eryn Cooper is joining the line-up CountryLine Radio with a new programme, The Nashup with Eryn Cooper.

With over a decade of experience in radio, TV, digital media and live events, Eryn is best known for her work on Nashville’s WSM Radio.
“Eryn’s voice, creativity, and natural connection with country fans make her a great fit for our growing station,” said Nathalie Cox, Co-Founder and Creative Director at CountryLine.
Her career highlights include interviewing artists such as Trisha Yearwood, Blake Shelton, Lainey Wilson, and Jelly Roll, as well as producing documentaries and music content through her company, On Air With Eryn Productions.
She has also raised more than $1 million for charity through events and partnerships with organisations including Hope on the Row, Susan G. Komen, and the Band As One Nashville concert at the Ryman Auditorium.
“I’m honoured to join the CountryLine Radio team,” said Eryn. “It’s exciting to bring Nashville’s stories and music to fans across the UK and beyond.”
The Nashup with Eryn Cooper will air Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 7pm – 8pm from 18th August.

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Lucy Horobin is joining Magic Radio to co-host Hometime when Kat Shoob begins maternity leave later this month.

Lucy will team up with Tom Price from Tuesday 26th August, following Kat’s final show on Thursday 21st August.
She has been broadcasting for more than 20 years, starting at Trent FM while at university and going on to work at Key 103 and Heart.
“I am so excited to be joining the team at Magic Radio,” Lucy said. “I love listening to the station and can’t wait to sit in for my beautiful, talented friend Kat Shoob for a few months. I’ll try not to break anything. Tom included. Bring on the fun!”
Kat added: “My birthing playlist as chosen by Hometime listeners is at the ready and what a joy to know that I’m leaving Tom and the show in the care of my brilliant and funny friend Lucy.
“We’ve been mates for years and I can guarantee that, as she says, Lucy will definitely be bringing the fun!”
Away from radio, Lucy has DJ’d in the US and Ibiza, guest presented on QVC, and written two children’s books. She is also developing a new podcast, The Geriatric Mums Club.

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Ofcom has opened an application window for restricted service licence broadcasts taking place between Thursday 12th February and Monday 23rd March 2026.

The regulator says it expects to receive a high number of applications as the period includes Ramadan.
The window for submissions will close at 5pm on Friday 15th August.
Applicants are reminded to check they meet all application criteria and to use the most up-to-date version of the application form when applying.
Full details, including the application form and guidance notes, are available on the Ofcom website.

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