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Radio News Hub has appointed experienced broadcast journalist Lisa Darvill as its new Newsroom Manager.

She brings more than ten years of BBC and commercial radio experience to the role.
Lisa has previously worked at BBC Radio Lincolnshire, Yorkshire Coast Radio and Stray FM, where she led daily newsroom operations, mentored junior reporters and managed output across radio and digital platforms.
Her background includes developing strong links with the communities she has served and guiding teams through busy news cycles.
Directors Stephanie Otty and Jamie Fletcher said Lisa brings a clear understanding of modern radio news and a strong track record in leading teams, adding that “she inspires those around her, and she brings a real passion for storytelling.”
Lisa said it is “a privilege to be part of such a hardworking and dedicated team”, adding that delivering hundreds of bulletins a day is a significant undertaking and she looks forward to contributing to the service.
Radio News Hub supplies round-the-clock news bulletins and additional programming content to stations in the UK and internationally.

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Fix Radio is refreshing its weekend schedule with a new Saturday morning show fronted by tradesman and comedian Daryl Robinson.

Daryl will take over the 8am to 11am slot from 17 January, offering a mix of humour, real trade experiences and practical advice.
The new three hour programme, called Saturday Shift, will draw on Daryl’s work in property maintenance and development, as well as his growing profile as a social media creator and live comedy host.
His background mirrors that of many Fix Radio presenters who balance life on the tools with family commitments and media work.
Programme director Andy Shier said Daryl’s arrival fits naturally with the workplace audience the station serves. Andy described him as “funny, energetic and a relatable voice for our audience of tradespeople,” noting that his experience both online and on site adds to the authenticity the station aims to deliver.
Daryl, who has attracted close to half a million followers with videos based on trade life and character comedy, said the move to radio builds on what he already loves doing.
“I’ve spent years talking rubbish on building sites, so doing it on the radio just felt like the natural next step for me,” he said, adding that he is looking forward to bringing stories and laughter to Saturday mornings.
Fix Radio says the show will sit alongside its existing weekend output with the same focus on humour and the shared experiences of those working across the trades.

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Radio Caroline will broadcast live from Ross Revenge on Christmas Day for the first time since the ship last operated offshore.

The programme will recreate the atmosphere of the station’s original pirate era from its mooring in the Blackwater Estuary.
Listeners will hear a line-up of presenters closely linked with the 1970s and 1980s offshore years, offering a Christmas Day schedule designed to sound as authentic as possible.
Station Manager Peter Moore said the team will deliver “real-time Christmas cheer” and music from four decades, all with what he described as a genuine offshore feel from the estuary.
Tommy Rivers, Grant Benson, Kevin Turner and Peter Philips will host live from the ship, with Johnny Lewis opening the day’s programming from land at 7am before the broadcast switches to Ross Revenge. The station will also carry the King’s Christmas Message.
The broadcast will run on 648 AM, online and on DAB+, and is supported by US news agency Feature Story News. Radio Caroline says the event marks a significant moment for the station as it reconnects with one of the most recognisable parts of its heritage.

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Billy Butler is joining Liverpool DAB+ station In Demand Decades for a new Sunday afternoon show starting on 14 December.

He will be on air from midday each week with a mix of features that long-time listeners will recognise, including Hold Your Plums, The Bradshaws, comedy captions, Motown memories, cover classics and punchline poems.
The programme will also shine a light on local artists and venues, alongside a few new additions planned especially for the series.
Billy said he has enjoyed meeting the team, adding “I’ve been welcomed by the entire team, which is great because even Alexa doesn’t answer me. I can’t wait to get started back on the radio in Liverpool.”
Billy’s broadcasting career spans more than six decades. He played at the Cavern Club in the sixties and went on to present radio and television programmes across the region, including long periods on Radio Merseyside and Radio City.
Hold Your Plums ran for over ten years on BBC Radio Merseyside and became known for its lively exchanges between Billy and co-host Wally Scott.
In Demand programme controller Rick Houghton said he is pleased to have secured the new show after many conversations over the past year.
Rick commented “He’s finally relented and agreed to join us, and this will add to the great roster of presenters on In Demand Decades which include fellow Liverpool legend Pete Price.”

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Jordan Banjo and Perri Kiely have just announced they will leave the KISS Breakfast Show at the end of January after more than five years on air.

They told listeners that they are stepping away from their daily show to focus on a busy year ahead, including a new Diversity tour.
Jordan and Perri said they had enjoyed “every single moment” of presenting breakfast and that the decision came as they look to spend more time on other projects next year.
They also spoke about adjusting to having early mornings back again after years of 4am starts. They described their time on the show as a privilege and said they were sad to go while looking forward to what comes next.
Paul Gerrard, Content Director for KISS and Hits Radio, thanked both presenters for the energy and creativity they brought to the show.
He said the KISS studios would miss having them around and wished them well with everything they are planning in the coming months.
Jordan and Perri first took over KISS Breakfast five and a half years ago and quickly established themselves with listeners.
KISS will announce plans for the next breakfast line up soon.

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BBC Radio 4 has confirmed that Misha Glenny will become the new presenter of In Our Time when the series returns on 15 January.

He takes over from Melvyn Bragg, who stepped down in September after presenting more than one thousand episodes across twenty seven years.
In Our Time has been part of Radio 4 since 1998 and continues to offer weekly discussions on history, philosophy, science and culture with leading specialists. It is one of the BBC’s most listened to on demand programmes and attracts audiences of all ages on BBC Sounds.
The new run will begin on Thursday 15 January on Radio 4 and BBC Sounds. Before that, Misha will appear with Melvyn for a discussion in a special edition of the Today programme on 24 December, giving listeners the chance to hear them reflect on the programme’s past and future.
Mohit Bakaya, Controller of BBC Radio 4 and Director of BBC Speech Audio, said Misha’s background in journalism, international affairs and broadcasting makes him well suited to the role. He said “His understanding of international affairs, science, culture and history, combined with his ability to make complex subjects engaging, makes him the ideal person to build on Melvyn Bragg’s remarkable legacy.”
Misha said it is an honour to take on the role. He noted “Its enduring success is testament to Melvyn’s extraordinary stewardship and his forensic curiosity, and I look forward to continuing the tradition of lively, informed conversation that listeners love.”
Melvyn said he is pleased to see Misha take over and highlighted his “breadth of knowledge and gift for clear, engaging conversation”.
Misha has been a regular voice on Radio 4 for more than a decade through series such as The Invention Of, The Secret History of the World and The Rise and Rise of the Microchip. His career has also included reporting on the fall of communism in Eastern Europe and writing several books on organised crime and technology.

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