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New BRMB marks old BRMB launch anniversary

Today marked the 50th anniversary of the launch of the original BRMB in Birmingham and the station name lives on today under a new guise. The community radio group now using the historic name broadcast a special programme, with Jimmy Franks and Suzi Becker marking the occasion. Originally launched on 19th February 1974, BRMB was […] […]

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Elizabeth Clark to lead BBC production hub for Scotland and Northern Ireland

Elizabeth Clark has been appointed to lead the new BBC network radio production hub for Scotland and Northern Ireland. Currently Assistant Editor for Speech and Topical Radio for BBC Scotland Productions, Elizabeth has led teams across Scotland’s main production bases, delivering content for multiple networks. During her career in speech and music production, she has […] […]

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Molly Guinness, Rob Littlejohn and Adam Uytman join Radio Academy trustee board

Three new radio folk are joining The Radio Academy board of trustees following a tie for second place. Following an election by Radio Academy Members, Molly Guinness, Rob Littlejohn and Adam Uytman have been announced as the new additions. The charity opened elections for new trustees in January, seeking two trustees to join the board. […] […]

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Roman Kemp to step down from Capital Breakfast

Roman Kemp has announced some ‘pretty big news’ on Capital Breakfast, confirming he is leaving the station. Speculation over his departure has been rife over the weekend but Roman officially announced he is leaving Capital after almost a decade, and six years on Breakfast. His replacement has not been mentioned so far, but many media […] […]

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Gambo hosts final show from Wogan House on BBC Radio 2

Broadcasting House in London is now the official home of BBC Radio 2 after Paul Gambaccini hosted the final show from Wogan House. Previously known as Western House, Wogan House has been the home of BBC Radio 2 since 2006 and was renamed in tribute to Sir Terry Wogan in 2016. The building, at 99 […] […]

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Out of Home advertising company takes stake in Frisk Radio

Smart Outdoor Media has taken an equity stake in north east England DAB station Frisk Radio. The Out of Home advertising company has over 350 digital billboard screens and says the move helps it evolve into a multi-channel agency, capable of delivering campaigns with both audio and visual elements. Frisk Radio says it stands to […] […]