Programmes coming up ..
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Martin Emery
4:00pm - 7:00pm
Martin says: "when we think about it, we all probably know somebody - a friend, a colleague or family member - who provides care, either professionally or unpaid. Care Radio is for them."
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Richard Allan's Musicals, Movies and Memories
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Richard says: "I think many people are unaware of how much an impact being a carer can have on people’s lives. I am delighted to have this opportunity through Care Radio to offer some kind of support throughout the music I play".
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Peter Milburn's Sentimental Journey
9:00pm - 11:00pm
For anyone who enjoys a trip down memory lane listening to everyone from Ella Fitzgerald to David Whitfield, Alma Cogan to Dickie Valentine, or Connie Francis to Tony Bennett.
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Late Night Love Songs
11:00pm - 1:00am
Two hours of perfect late night music from across the years, helping you to unwind with some "me" time.
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Alex Cann
1:00am - 4:00am
Alex says "I have huge admiration for the care sector, which dates back to my own stint in Sheffield Children's Hospital in 1991 having a leg lengthening operation. The nurses were just fantastic, and I feel this is my opportunity to give something back to a profession that has faced unprecedented challenges over the last few years."
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Andy Hoyle
4:00am - 7:00am
Andy says "Care Radio has re-focused me on why I loved radio so much in the first place. It’s great to know, that even in a small way, we can make a difference by being a friendly voice when it’s needed, providing company and companionship".
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Peter Milburn's Sentimental Journey
7:00am - 9:00am
For anyone who enjoys a trip down memory lane listening to everyone from Ella Fitzgerald to David Whitfield, Alma Cogan to Dickie Valentine, or Connie Francis to Tony Bennett.
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Martin Emery
9:00am - Noon
Martin says: "when we think about it, we all probably know somebody - a friend, a colleague or family member - who provides care, either professionally or unpaid. Care Radio is for them."
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The Dave Price Jukebox
Noon - 3:00pm
Dave says: ""Hopefully I can bring a little bit of fun and happiness into the lives of others. If so, I will consider that a job well done. I look forward to you not only listening ,but interacting with me".
National & International News
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Boris Johnson and his wife forced to abandon plans for 150000 tree house for son
They wanted to build it at the Prime Minister's country residence at Chequers
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Body of teenager recovered from river in Buckinghamshire
The 16 year old had got into difficulty in the water on Friday evening
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Duchess of Cambridge pays tribute to military on Armed Forces Day
Kate has shared some pictures from her visit to Pirbright Training Academy and Abingdon airfield last November
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Sun sea and spend Holidaymakers expect to increase resort budgets this year
Among those expecting to travel abroad this year, 54% are planning to increase their budget for resort spending.
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Sir Paul McCartney set to make history as oldest solo headliner at Glastonbury
The 80 year old will take to the Pyramid Stage on Saturday night
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Prime Minister insists pressure wont spark a psychological transformation from me
Boris Johnson claims voters are tired of hearing about what he is “alleged to have done wrong”
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Suspected terror linked shooting in Norway kills two and wounds 14
It happened outside a bar in Oslo early on Saturday morning
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Sarina Wiegman wants England Women to remain grounded after win over Netherlands
The Lionesses came from behind to beat the Dutch 5-1 at Elland Road on Friday night
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By election defeats pile pressure on Boris Johnsons leadership
There are rumours of a fresh plot to oust him
Today's Weather
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Edinburgh
Sunny intervals
High: 18°C | Low: 11°C
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Cardiff
Light rain shower
High: 16°C | Low: 12°C
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London
Low-level cloud
High: 18°C | Low: 12°C
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Belfast
Sunny intervals
High: 15°C | Low: 11°C
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Manchester
Light rain
High: 18°C | Low: 11°C
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We're one year old!
Thankyou for joining us online and on-air for an incredible first year. Thankyou as well to our amazing team of volunteers including technicians, journalists, presenters, salespeople, researchers and our support team who keep everything running so smoothly. Thankyou to all our partners, to those who've donated, those who've publicised us and most of all to you for listening. #WeAreCareRadio
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Listen to our companion station
The station where 'every track takes you back', playing all time classics from the likes of Ella Fitzgerald, Matt Monro, Vera Lynn, Perry Como, Sarah Vaughan, Frank Sinatra, Alma Cogan and Dickie Valentine.
Care News
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MP claims of taking own teeth out
Labour MP Wes Streeting has caught the headlines after telling the House of Commons that one of his constituents tried to pull his own tooth out
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Hepatitis increase
Latest figures show 180 people in England, 32 in Scotland, 17 in Wales and 22 in Northern Ireland
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Health concerns over prisoners
Health professionals at the British Medical Association say someone leaving prison on a Friday afternoon only has a few hours to get somewhere to stay, money and medication before the weekend
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Report: thousands of would-be doctors can't find medical school places
According to a consultant interviewed for The Guardian, many places for next year have gone to potential medics who’d deferred entry because of the pandemic
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Reform call over large number of children in care being moved on
According to The Rees Centre at the University of Oxford and support charity Coram Voice, the lack of stability leaves children in care feeling unsafe, and is harming the children’s trust in social workers.
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Health watchdog director supports armed forces carers
David O’Loughlin from Healthwatch Telford and Wrekin is raising awareness of the Royal British Legion’s Network for Carers
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Controversy greets plan for Scottish national care service
Holyrood plans include making the government, rather than local councils, responsible for social care services, and it would aim to support people in their own homes where possible
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Fatboy Slim joins mental healthcare trust to give DJ-ing lessons
He's has been teaching people with severe mental illness in Sussex, through the Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
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Major ambulance service leadership 'inadequte' says watchdog
The Care Quality Commission also accused some at the top of SECAmb, which covers Sussex, Kent and Surrey, of bullying and harassment
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Bolton Hospital celebrates national Pathology week
This week trusts across the UK celebrate the work of pathologists and the difference they make to people in their communities
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Diabetes uk say patients aren't having their annual check ups
Missing health checks can be “absolutely devastating”, and can lead to life-altering complications and early death
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£3 million invested in student mental health
The new scheme will bring together university, NHS and mental health services and create regional partnerships