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Bauer unveils study on attitudes to audio advertising

https://radiotoday.co.uk/2026/04/bauer-unveils-study-on-attitudes-to-audio-advertising-across-europe/

Published: April 29, 2026 07:00

Audio is moving firmly into core media plans, with most advertisers planning to maintain or increase spending according to a new report from Bauer.

David Potts joins Gaydio to host special Bank Holiday show

https://radiotoday.co.uk/2026/04/david-potts-joins-gaydio-to-host-special-bank-holiday-show/

Published: April 28, 2026 12:00

TV personality, David Potts will be hosting a special Drivetime show this Bank Holiday Monday, 4th May.

Cool FM leaves Kiltonga for City Quays studios

https://radiotoday.co.uk/2026/04/cool-fm-leaves-kiltonga-for-city-quays-studios/

Published: April 27, 2026 20:55

Bauer Audio NI starts a new chapter as Cool FM leaves its Newtownards home

GlitterBeam expands 30 Hours for a Rainbow charity radiothon

https://radiotoday.co.uk/2026/04/glitterbeam-expands-30-hours-for-a-rainbow-charity-radiothon/

Published: April 27, 2026 14:34

GlitterBeam is expanding its 30 Hours for a Rainbow radiothon following its first event last year, which raised more than £5,000 for charities.

Emma Bunton reflects on radio life in Global podcast

https://radiotoday.co.uk/2026/04/emma-bunton-reflects-on-radio-life-in-global-podcast/

Published: April 27, 2026 13:12

Emma Bunton says early starts and missing family time led her to step back from the Heart breakfast show back in 2018

Scammers using Shine Radio to target authors

https://radiotoday.co.uk/2026/04/scammers-using-shine-radio-to-target-authors/

Published: April 27, 2026 11:52

Scammers using Shine Radio’s name are targeting authors with fake podcast interview offers.

Capital announces date for this year’s Summertime Ball

https://radiotoday.co.uk/2026/04/capital-announces-date-for-this-years-summertime-ball/

Published: April 27, 2026 09:19

Capital has confirmed that Capital’s Summertime Ball with Barclaycard will take place on Saturday 6th June.

US clears iHeartMedia foreign ownership review

https://radiotoday.co.uk/2026/04/us-clears-iheartmedia-foreign-ownership-review/

Published: April 27, 2026 07:46

US regulators clear iHeartMedia foreign ownership review without further national security concerns

Wales Community Radio Network produces Senedd Election programme

https://radiotoday.co.uk/2026/04/wales-community-radio-network-produces-senedd-election-programme/

Published: April 24, 2026 14:50

The Wales Community Radio Network has produced and distributed a special election programme ahead of the 2026 Senedd Election.

Jeremy Vine still unclear over Scott Mills exit

https://radiotoday.co.uk/2026/04/jeremy-vine-still-unclear-over-scott-mills-exit/

Published: April 24, 2026 12:53

Jeremy Vine says he still does not know why Scott Mills left the BBC, describing the situation as unresolved.

Ofcom clears BBC 6 Music stream for launch

https://radiotoday.co.uk/2026/04/ofcom-clears-bbc-6-music-stream-for-launch/

Published: April 24, 2026 11:58

A new BBC Radio 6 Music stream can launch without further scrutiny after Ofcom ruled it will not harm competition

BFBS secures 10 year Ministry of Defence contract for forces media

https://radiotoday.co.uk/2026/04/bfbs-secures-10-year-ministry-of-defence-contract-for-forces-media/

Published: April 24, 2026 09:30

BFBS will continue delivering radio, news and entertainment to UK forces worldwide after securing a new long-term agreement with the Ministry of Defence.

I’ve been waiting in the wings for my dream job – Sara Cox

https://radiotoday.co.uk/2026/04/ive-been-waiting-in-the-wings-for-my-dream-job-sara-cox/

Published: April 24, 2026 07:28

Sara Cox says she's been been waiting in the wings for her dream job after getting the BBC Radio 2 breakfast slot - watch her reacting on-air

Sara Cox to host Radio 2 breakfast show

https://radiotoday.co.uk/2026/04/sara-cox-to-host-radio-2-breakfast-show/

Published: April 23, 2026 13:32

BBC Radio 2 has appointed Sara Cox as the new Breakfast Show host, replacing Scott Mills.

Bob Harris targets BBC Radio 2 return after treatments

https://radiotoday.co.uk/2026/04/bob-harris-targets-bbc-radio-2-return-after-treatments/

Published: April 23, 2026 12:18

Bob Harris says he is recovering at home and hopes to return to his Radio 2 shows in May despite his cancer spreading :(

BBC Radio Scotland changes presenting line-up for weekday shows

https://radiotoday.co.uk/2026/04/bbc-radio-scotland-changes-presenting-line-up-for-weekday-shows/

Published: April 23, 2026 11:10

BBC Radio Scotland is making changes to its weekday schedule across Mornings and Afternoons.

Global’s audio brands now available to advertisers using Amazon DSP

https://radiotoday.co.uk/2026/04/globals-audio-brands-now-available-to-advertisers-using-amazon-dsp/

Published: April 23, 2026 08:10

Amazon Ads and Global have announced a programmatic integration giving advertisers using Amazon DSP access to Global’s commercial audio brands.

Richard Bacon returns behind mic for interview podcast series

https://radiotoday.co.uk/2026/04/richard-bacon-returns-behind-mic-for-interview-podcast-series/

Published: April 22, 2026 23:05

Richard Bacon is back interviewing high achievers in a new weekly podcast exploring what drives success.

ARIAS 2026 nominees announced for Roundhouse event

https://radiotoday.co.uk/2026/04/arias-2026-nominees-announced-for-roundhouse-event/

Published: April 22, 2026 20:03

Nominees unveiled for this year’s ARIAS ahead of ceremony in London

Radio Caroline comes second in Britain’s most iconic trademarks poll

https://radiotoday.co.uk/2026/04/radio-caroline-comes-second-in-britains-most-iconic-trademarks-poll/

Published: April 22, 2026 15:16

Radio Caroline has taken second place in a poll of the nation’s favourite trademarks, conducted by the Intellectual UK Property Office.

Radiocentre presses MPs over BBC advertising plans

https://radiotoday.co.uk/2026/04/radiocentre-presses-mps-over-bbc-advertising-plans/

Published: April 22, 2026 14:05

Radiocentre tells MPs BBC advertising would be unpopular and harmful to commercial radio

Global unveils 3D outdoor campaign for F1 podcast Up to Speed

https://radiotoday.co.uk/2026/04/global-unveils-3d-outdoor-campaign-for-f1-podcast-up-to-speed/

Published: April 22, 2026 08:59

Global has taken its Formula 1 podcast onto London’s biggest screens with a new 3D outdoor campaign.

Radiocentre report reveals ROI advantage of Multiplatform Audio

https://radiotoday.co.uk/2026/04/radiocentre-report-reveals-roi-advantage-of-multiplatform-audio/

Published: April 22, 2026 08:00

A new study suggests advertisers can increase campaign returns by allocating more budget to audio.