Radio 1’s controller Matthew Bannister yesterday announced further changes to the station’s schedule, indicating a move towards more chat. Steve Wright is to move into the breakfast time slot in the new year. His afternoon slot will be presented by Mark Goodier, who currently hosts the breakfast programme.
Emma Freud, will host the lunchtime show which will include a daily topical debate. Nicky Campbell’s late afternoon show will include news and interviews.
METRO RADIO INCREASES PROFITS
Metro Radio Group has increased pre-tax profits by 27% to £2.36m in the year to September 30.
The group, which operates seven radio stations in Yorkshire and north-east England, attributed this success to increasing interest in radio as an advertising medium and signs of consumer confidence returning.
Advertising revenue rose by 17% to £14.7m. Growth areas in advertising demand were motor manufacturers and dealers and retailers of furniture.
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