BBC axes Radio 4 show after 56 years of broadcasting

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 8 Oct, 13:48 · Archive

The BBC has cut a long-running Radio 4 programme as part of cost-saving measures.

The BBC has announced a major restructuring of its Radio 4 schedule, with several long-running programmes being cut as part of wider cost-saving measures. One programme affected has run for 56 years.

The decision to axe the show has prompted criticism from fans, who have described it as disappointing. The BBC has not provided further details about which other programmes will be affected by the schedule changes or what will replace them.

How it is being reported

• Popular BBC show is axed after 56 years as fans slam 'disappointing' decisionThe BBC has announced a major shake-up of its Radio 4 schedule, cutting several long-running programmes as part of wider cost-saving measures.Oxfordshire Guardian · 8 Oct, 12:43
• Popular BBC show is axed after 56 years as fans slam 'disappointing' decisionThe BBC has announced a major shake-up of its Radio 4 schedule, cutting several long-running programmes as part of wider cost-saving measures.Oxford Mail · 8 Oct, 12:43

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