Programmes coming up ..
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Ernie Rowe4:00am - 7:00am
Ernie says: "I’ve experienced first-hand the astonishing level of care given by so many remarkable people in our NHS, despite near-impossible circumstances and the lack of pop-star wages".
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Nick Meir7:00am - 10:00am
Nick says "Caring is so much more than delivering practical essentials. Just ‘being there’ provides a tonic of companionship which we all crave as human beings. And that is why Care Radio is so important. Knowing you can switch on and listen to a friendly voice at any time, day or night, really does make a difference to those involved in receiving or giving care"
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Gary Robinson10:00am - 1:00pm
Broadcasting from Angus, Scotland, Gary is an established radio presenter who’s spent the past three years working as an outreach carer. He’s looking forward to sharing his stories and welcoming guests every week.
Today's Weather
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ScotlandLight rain
High: 15°C | Low: 7°C
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Wales
Light rain
High: 14°C | Low: 11°C
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South of EnglandHeavy rain shower
High: 14°C | Low: 11°C
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Northern Ireland
Light rain
High: 14°C | Low: 10°C
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North of EnglandLight rain shower
High: 16°C | Low: 9°C
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National & International News
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England secure fifth consecutive Grand Slam with victory over France in BordeauxEngland clinched a fifth successive Grand Slam as Ellie Kildunne and Jess Breach ran in two tries each in a 43-28 triumph over France in Bordeaux.
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Scotland rugby great Scott Hastings dies aged 61The British and Irish Lions centre won 65 caps in an 11-year Test career that began in 1986 and was part of the most recent Scotland team to win the Grand Slam in 1990.
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Officers at Windsor Castle investigated over allegations of sleeping on dutyPolice officers protecting the royal family at Windsor Castle are under investigation over allegations they slept while on duty.
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Labour woman leader long overdue Lisa Nandy says but rules out runningA woman leader of the Labour Party is “long overdue”, Lisa Nandy said, expressing frustration that those jostling to oust Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer are all men.
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Xabi Alonso appointed Chelsea manager on four year dealXabi Alonso’s appointment as Chelsea manager has been confirmed on a four-year deal.
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Labour leadership rivals caught up in debate over EU tiesTwo of the men hoping to oust Sir Keir Starmer as Prime Minister have been caught up in a debate over whether Labour should seek to take Britain back into the European Union.
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Police officers injured during serious disorder after Celtics title winOfficers were injured during “serious disorder” as police dispersed crowds in the Trongate area of Glasgow where Celtic fans gathered following their Scottish Premiership title win.
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Alex Cole Hamilton to run for first minister when MSPs vote on top jobScottish Liberal Democrat leader Alex Cole-Hamilton has confirmed he will be running for first minister when MSPs vote on who should have the top job next week.
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UKs Look Mum No Computer last in Eurovision final as Bulgaria wins first trophyThe UK’s Eurovision entry Look Mum No Computer has finished last in the song contest’s 2026 grand final with just one point, as Bulgaria celebrated the country’s first ever win.
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Look Mum No Computer to perform in Eurovision final amid boycott over IsraelThe UK’s Eurovision entrant Look Mum No Computer is to perform in the grand final of the Eurovision Song Contest on Saturday, alongside Israel’s Noam Bettan, after the country’s inclusion in the competition prompted a boycott by five nations.