Laura McGhie is to host a new overnight show on BBC Radio 5 Live.
Broadcast from Pacific Quay Glasgow, the new show will air on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 1am-5am.
“It’s been a joy working across 5 Live for the last five years, and to be part of a brand-new programme is really exciting. I’m genuinely thrilled to join the overnight team. I know how important radio is to our overnight listeners and I can’t wait to be part of that community,” she said.
The programme, which starts on 18th April, will be heard across all 39 BBC local radio stations in England as well as BBC Radio Scotland, BBC Radio Wales and BBC Radio Ulster / Foyle in Northern Ireland.
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Dotun Adebayo who has been at the helm for nearly two decades will continue to present the show Monday to Thursday.
“It’s an honour to continue this journey with our loyal listeners and to welcome Laura to the overnight family. Together, we aim to make the night hours even more vibrant and engaging,” said Adebayo, who’s show will continue to be broadcast from London.
McGhie also presents for BBC One Scotland, BBC Scotland News at Seven and can be heard on BBC Radio Scotland.
