Simple Minds star hits out at BBC over Billy Sloan decision:
Presenter delivered parting shows as he opened his final late-night show.
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Key FactsBilly Sloan criticizes BBC Radio Scotland overhaul
Nov 21, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: heraldscotland.com
- Sloan will host his final BBC Radio Scotland programme on December 27, ending an 11-year run.
- Shows hosted by Billy Sloan, Roddy Hart, Iain Anderson and Natasha Raskin Sharp will end within weeks.
- Lynne Hoggan is due to present Up Late Monday to Thursday, 10pm to midnight; Ashley Storrie remains on Fridays.
- BBC Scotland said stations must evolve amid competition and reaffirmed its commitment to showcasing Scottish music.
I DON’T play the hits...the songs you keep hearing over and over again.— Billy Sloan, posting on social media about his final show and the BBC Radio Scotland revamp
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