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The Latest Breaking News from BBC Radio 4

After 92 years, the BBC shuts down its most groundbreaking radio service

The Beeb has finally called time on its longest-running radio service

Age UK urges ‘leave no-one behind’ as BBC ends long-wave radio broadcasts

BBC Radio 4 had its long-wave service permanently switched off at 1am on Saturday.

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BBC ends its long wave radio broadcasts after almost a century

BBC Radio 4 had its long wave service permanently switched off at 1am on Saturday.

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BBC turns off iconic radio service after almost a century

The move happened at 1am on Saturday

The Independent UK

Wes Streeting clashes with BBC Radio 4 presenter as he calls for under-16 social media ban

Wes Streeting clashed with a BBC Radio 4 presenter after she questioned him on his push for an under-16s social media ban.

The Independent UK

Longtime BBC panellist admits ‘I don’t know how long I’ve got to live’ in last appearance on gardening show

Matthew Biggs has been a regular on Gardeners’ Question Time since 1994

The Independent UK

Clare Balding to host new BBC Radio 4 literary quiz show

The show is one of a series of quiz pilots that will air on Sunday afternoons on BBC Radio 4 this summer.

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Kanye West Granted UK Visa for First Concert in 11 Years, But It Could Still Be Revoked

Kanye West's UK visa for Wireless Festival is under review following backlash over his past actions, sparking controversy and political debate.

International Business Times UK

Broadcaster Dame Jenni Murray remembered as ‘much loved mum and wife’ by family

Dame Jenni, who has died aged 75, was the longest-serving host in the history of BBC Radio 4 programme Woman’s Hour.

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Former BBC Woman’s Hour presenter Dame Jenni Murray dies aged 75

The journalist became the longest-serving host in the BBC Radio 4 programme’s history before she left in 2020.

The Independent UK

Dame Jenni Murray dies: Former Woman's Hour presenter passes away aged 75

Tributes have been paid to the ‘broadcasting icon’ who leaves behind ‘an indelible legacy on generations of listeners’

Evening Standard

The Archers to celebrate 75th anniversary by taking the show on the road

The tour will run from June to November and will feature a reimagining of the annual Ambridge Flower and Produce Show.

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Rob Grant obituary

Radio and TV comedy writer who co-created the award-winning BBC space sitcom Red Dwarf

The Guardian - UK

Malachi Kirby and David Sedaris among BBC audio drama awards winners

The ceremony was held at the BBC radio theatre in London on Sunday.

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How to listen to 'The Archers' for free from anywhere in the world

'The Archers' is still one of the easiest BBC dramas to keep up with, as long as you know where to look.

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Michael Sheen to front BBC series investigating chemical contamination in Wales

The Welshman, 56, will front the two-part factual series.

The Independent UK

Sir Mark Tully death: Former BBC correspondent dies aged 90

He resigned from the BBC in 1994 having denounced its new management style

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Kemi Badenoch reveals her wedding first dance song

The Conservative leader was appearing on BBC Radio 4’s Desert Island Discs.

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The Archers has lasted for 75 years as it reflects listeners’ lives, says star

Felicity Finch spoke about why she thinks the show has lasted so long, ahead of its 75th anniversary.

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The Archers revisits first episode to celebrate 75th anniversary

Listeners will be able to hear The Archers’ very first episode brought back to life by the current cast as the original recording no longer survives.

The Independent UK

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The Guardian - UK

Misha Glenny to present BBC Radio 4 ‘institution’ In Our Time

Journalist, broadcaster and author, 67, will take over from Melvyn Bragg when series resumes next month

Evening Standard

King to discuss passion for environment on This Natural Life Christmas special

He chats with BBC Radio 4 host Martha Kearney on the Dumfries House estate.

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Prunella Scales’ son ‘sad’ she won’t see him star in Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night

Samuel West said his mother died a day after what would have been her 62nd wedding anniversary to Timothy West.

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Prunella Scales will forever be known as the long-suffering wife of Basil Fawlty

Although she was regularly cast in comic roles, her abilities ranged far more widely than that – she even appeared in opera.

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