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BBC reveals Radio 2 ‘pop nostalgia’ spin-off plans after industry feedback

The new Radio 2 extension station plans to play songs from the 50s, 60s and 70s, with at least 6,000 unique tracks a year.

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

Evening Standard

Brent Cross West: London's first new mainline station for 10 years to open this weekend

DJ and broadcaster Tony Blackburn has recorded an opening message that will be played on station tannoys along the line

Evening Standard

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BBC Radio 2 presenter Tony Blackburn shares pneumonia and sepsis experience: ‘I did not know how sick I was’

Tony Blackburn has opened up about his health scare earlier this year and admitted he “did not realise” at the time just how sick he was.

Evening Standard

BBC Radio 2’s Tony Blackburn, 80, reveals he was hospitalised with sepsis and pneumonia

When his family gathered around his hospital bedside earlier this year, he realised how unwell he was

Evening Standard

BBC Radio 2’s Tony Blackburn reveals he had sepsis and pneumonia in health update

The ‘Sounds of the 60s’ host took a break from presenting his weekly radio show after he was taken ill in April

The Independent UK

Les Dennis and Sir Tim Rice lead tributes to Edelweiss singer Vince Hill

Sir Tim hailed Hill as a ‘top ballad singer’.

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‘Edelweiss’ singer Vince Hill dies, aged 89

Tributes have come in from radio DJ Tony Blackburn and lyricist Sir Tim Rice

The Independent UK

'Edelweiss' singer and presenter Vince Hill dies at the age of 89

Vince Hill presented many programmes on TV and radio as well as having success as a solo singer

The National (Scotland)

Edelweiss singer Vince Hill dies aged 89

Tributes have come in from radio DJ Tony Blackburn and lyricist Sir Tim Rice.

The Independent UK

"They're just beautiful, musically." Watch George Michael defend Joy Division against Morrissey and Tony Blackburn in this peak 80s exchange

Turns out The Smiths frontman Morrissey was not a big Joy Division fan, but pop superstar in the making George Michael definitely was

Louder

One in seven aged 65 and over turning to loans and credit cards, survey finds

Research from Independent Age highlights the measures older people are resorting to due to the cost-of-living crisis.

The Independent UK

Tony Blackburn discharged from hospital after three weeks following chest infection

The veteran DJ has been absent from his BBC Radio 2 show

Wales Online

Tony Blackburn gives update on Radio 2 return after three weeks in hospital

DJ Tony Blackburn says he is 'looking forward' to returning to his BBC Radio 2 slot after spending three weeks in hospital following a chest infection

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Clip of Deborah James' heartbreaking final conversation with her friend wins major award

Dame Deborah James' final radio interview with her close Tony Livesey has been honoured at a radio awards show, one month ahead of the first anniversary of the late mum-of-two's untimely death

Wales Online

Tony Blackburn says he won't be on air for a while as he thanks hospital in health update

The BBC Radio 2 legend thanked fans for their support and kind messages

Nottingham Post

BBC Radio 2 host Tony Blackburn issues health announcement - and will be off air for weeks

He missed his Sounds of the Sixties show last week

Daily Mirror

Tony Blackburn issues health update as Radio 2 DJ goes off air for weeks

Tony Blackburn has issued an update after missed his Radio 2 show last week due to illness, with Johnnie Walker stepping in.

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Manchester Evening News

Radio legend Tony Blackburn forced to pull out of BBC show due to health issue

The 80-year-old was replaced by Johnnie Walker

Wales Online

Tony Blackburn cancels radio show and live appearances amid health concerns

The DJ is said to be following the advice of doctors

Daily Mirror

Tony Blackburn forced to pull out of BBC Radio 2 show and delay gigs amid health issue

BBC Radio 2 DJ Tony Blackburn has revealed he has been forced to take a break from his radio show over the weekend and has postponed his Sounds of the 60s gigs next week due to his health issue

Wales Online

Tony Blackburn misses radio shows because of ill health

The star has given a health update to concerned fans

Daily Mirror

I'm A Celeb winner accuses bosses of 'torturing' stars with show shake-up

Radio DJ Tony Blackburn won I'm A Celeb back in 2002 when stars 'didn't know what to expect' or anticipate how popular the programme would become

Daily Mirror

Strictly's Fleur East returns to music as she's set to release first single in two years

Strictly Come Dancing finalist Fleur East revealed her time on the BBC dance show has given back her 'buzz of performing' as she's due to release her first single in two years

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I'm A Celebrity winners — can you remember all the show's kings and queens?

I'm A Celebrity winners — forgotten who has been crowned king or queen over the years? Here is a handy guide...

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