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The Latest Breaking News from Radio 2

Girls Aloud to release first song since 2012, solely with vocals by late Sarah Harding

Group revisit their chart-topping 2004 cover of the Pretenders’ I’ll Stand By You to benefit BBC Children in Need

The Guardian - UK

DJ Johnnie Walker says it will be ‘sad to say goodbye’ ahead of last show

The veteran presenter announced earlier in October that he was retiring from radio after 58 years due to ill health.

Evening Standard

BBC DJ Johnnie Walker says farewell to Sounds of the 70s after 58 years on air

Radio 2 broadcaster hangs up headphones because of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, which makes breathing difficult

The Guardian - UK

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Johnnie Walker signs off final Rock Show by thanking producer

He is stepping away from BBC Radio 2 as his health worsens.

The Independent UK

Major BBC radio stations enjoy listener bump amid summer of sport and events

Amid the summer success, the BBC saw further decline in the number of people listening to local and regional services.

The Independent UK

Monty Don’s first Chelsea garden will be dog-friendly

Gardeners’ World presenter is bucking the trend to make the event more inclusive

The Guardian - UK

TV’s Monty Don brings love of dogs to his first Chelsea Flower Show garden

The RHS and Radio 2 dog garden aims to give green-fingered dog owners ideas for creating a haven for themselves and their pets.

The Independent UK

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Fearne Cotton reveals devastating reason she left BBC Radio 2 breakfast show

Fearne Cotton has revealed her devastating reason for leaving live radio broadcasts in an openly honest and frank interview with presenter Davina McCall.

The Independent UK

Ken Bruce got so drunk while coming up with PopMaster he forgot what the gameshow was

‘None of us could remember what we decided,’ the host said

The Independent UK

The week in audio: Kill List; Call Her Daddy; Boj & Kate Have a Lot on Their Plate; Johnny Walker – review

The tale of a scam hitman on the dark web grips after a slow start; Kamala Harris has the human touch in a US interview; Kate Lawler is moreish; and a radio stalwart is set to bow out

The Guardian - UK

The Beatles top BBC Radio 2 ultimate British group poll

The Beatles have been voted the ultimate British group in a poll of BBC Radio 2 listeners to mark National Album Day later this month.

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BBC Radio poll reveals ‘the ultimate British group’

Poll was held by the BBC as part of National Album Day celebrations

The Independent UK

Comedian Romesh Ranganathan reveals that he has come ‘very close’ to suicide

The comedian says that he first started getting suicidal thoughts as a teenager after his father was sent to prison

The Independent UK

Radio 2 presenter schedule: Scott Mills replaces Zoe Ball on breakfast show

Ball announced Mills will replace her on the show — and her exit has sparked a Radio 2 reshuffle as various presenters begin new roles

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The Independent UK

BBC Radio 2 DJ Johnnie Walker retires due to terminal illness

Walker previously claimed radio show was keeping him alive as it gave him ‘purpose’

Louder

“It’s not often we perform such intimate shows, so we’re really looking forward to this.” The Cure are recording an exclusive gig in London this month, and you could be there to see it

Find out how to get tickets to see The Cure live at special Radio 2 In Concert show

The Independent UK

Vernon Kay shares health update as he returns to BBC Radio 2 slot

Presenter said he was ‘not 100%’ after short illness that forced him to pull out of Tuesday’s show

Evening Standard

Zoe Ball relying on 'green noise' to sleep as she returns to Radio 2 after six-week absence

The broadcaster also shared how ‘super grateful’ she was to be back on air

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Evening Standard

Paddy McGuinness to complete UItra Endurance Cycle Challenge for BBC Children in Need

Paddy McGuinness has announced he will take on an epic endurance challenge in aid of Children in Need.

Evening Standard

Zoe Ball returns to Radio 2: Presenter praises Jamie Theakston and Lauren Laverne amid cancer battles

The broadcaster, 53, returned to Radio 2 after a six-week absence

The Guardian - UK

The week in audio: The Wonder of Stevie; Greatest Hits Radio 60s; Archive on 4; Master: The Allegations Against Neil Gaiman – review

The Obamas, Janelle Monáe et al sing the praises of Stevie Wonder’s genius; Ken Bruce and Joanna Lumley are a dream 60s radio team. Plus, assorted horrors nuclear and otherwise

The Independent UK

Zoe Ball’s BBC return revealed amid growing concern among Radio 2 listeners

Fans have been worried about host after extended absence

The Independent UK

Ken Bruce recalls BBC decision that ‘annoyed’ him: ‘It was political’

Veteran radio presenter says he fears for the future of the BBC in candid new interview

The Guardian - UK

TV tonight: festival season climaxes with Sting, the Manics and Sugababes live

All the action from the Radio 2 weekender in Preston. Plus - French drama Sambre: Anatomy of a Crime continues to grip and disturb. Here’s what to watch this evening

The Guardian - UK

The week in audio: Radio 2 Remembers Steve Wright; The Grand House: Boom Or Blight? – review

A tribute to the much-loved DJ is by turns heartwarming and heart-sinking. And Tristram Hunt explores the survival of Britain’s country houses

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