BBC Essex Schedule Wednesday 25 March 2026

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Early
1. 01:00
  Weekday overnights with BBC Radio 5 Live—25/03/2026
  Local BBC Radio joins BBC Radio 5 Live through the night on a weekday.
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Morning
1. 06:00
  Sonia Watson—Ian Puckey sits in (25/03/2026)
  Trusted breakfast news, information and advice, plus great music with Ian.
2. 10:00
  Ben Fryer—NHS recovery programme and wing walking
  Ben asks whether you are satisfied with the current NHS service.
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Afternoon
1. 14:00
  Akylah Rodriguez—Jake Peach sits in (25/03/2026)
  Jake hears from TV Wine Expert Helen McGinn and has the latest on local government reform.
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Evening
1. 18:00
  Around the Wicket - Essex—All-rounder: The Paul Newton Story (25/03/2026)
  Celebrating the life and career of the BBC Essex cricket commentator who is retiring.
2. 19:00
  BBC Essex Sport: Pre-Match—25/03/2026
  Build-up and interviews ahead of Colchester, Southend United and Braintree Town's matches.
3. 19:45
  BBC Essex Sport—Southend United v Woking (25/03/2026)
  Coverage of Southend United v Woking in the National League. Kick-off at 7.45pm.
4. 21:45
  BBC Essex Sport - Post-Match—25/03/2026
  Post-match reports, results and reaction following today's games.
5. 22:30
  The Late Show—25/03/2026
  Becky Want with late-night conversation, amazing stories and the soundtrack to your night.
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Late
1. 01:00
  Weekday overnights with BBC Radio 5 Live—26/03/2026
  Local BBC Radio joins BBC Radio 5 Live through the night on a weekday.

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