On Air
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The MK Breakfast Show with Darren & LiaWaking up MK every weekday morning from 6am
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MKFM in the MixFriday nights see MKFM joined by Milton Keynes DJing royalty in the form of DJ Hurley.
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MK Mental Health HourListen to various mental health topics and expert advice on the MK Mental Health Hour with Arthur Ellis: Mental Health Support with over 20 podcasts available to download.
Local News
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Police stop drivers across Milton Keynes as coronavirus 'stay at home' advice enforcedPolice have been stopping drivers across Milton Keynes today to ensure that government advice on coronavirus is being followed.
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Milton Keynes Council leader says Keir Starmer's first task is to 'ensure we beat Covid 19 as a nation'Leader of Milton Keynes Council Cllr Peter Marland has given MKFM his reaction to the election of Sir Keir Starmer as the new Leader of the Labour Party.
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Milton Keynes Museum asks supporters to get social during lockdownHistory comes alive at Milton Keynes Museum, but while the global pandemic has forced the history hub to temporarily close its doors, it is still staying connected – by showing some of its many 'treasures' online.
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Local MP welcomes scrapping of £13 billion NHS debt and testing pledgeBen Everitt, the MP for Milton Keynes North, has welcomed the news £13 billion of NHS debt has been written off by the Government.
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Homeless bus shelter finds a potential long term stopA new base has been found for a bus that helps homeless rough sleepers to put their lives back on track.
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Milton Keynes charity receives custom shelter from tesa®tesa®, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of technical adhesive tape, has continued its ongoing partnership with local charity, Ride High, who work with some of the most disadvantaged and isolated children in Milton Keynes.
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Local dry cleaning company is offering to do NHS staff's laundry for freeThe Dry Cleaning Company, based in Broughton Gate, is offering free laundry cleaning for NHS staff members.
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Milton Keynes Theatre suspends all shows until end of MayMilton Keynes Theatre has today (3/4) announced that all performances up until Sunday 31st May 2020 have been suspended.
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Easter with WillenPick up some 'eggscellent' Easter goodies from Willen Hospice. In return for a donation, you can choose from either an Easter Bunny Felt Bag, Easter Chick Finger Puppets, or Giant Rabbit Balloons.
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Proposal to stop offices being turned into sub-standard homes is delayed by coronavirusA plan to stop developers turning offices into sub-standard housing has been delayed by the coronavirus outbreak.
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£1 bus fares trial launch date put back to next yearYoung people aged 19-21 will be able to travel on the buses in Milton Keynes for £1-per-trip when a £1 million trial scheme gets underway.
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Milton Keynes thanks #EveryDayHeroesYesterday (2/3), Milton Keynes Council joined with Bedfordshire local councils and the NHS to thank our everyday heroes who are supporting communities during this national crisis.
MK Council News
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How to contact council services during the coronavirus crisis in Milton Keynes
Milton Keynes Council is asking people to phone and email rather than calling in during the current coronavirus crisis.
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Milton Keynes Council is introducing new measures to protect our most vulnerable and to ensure it continues to provide essential services.Impact of coronavirus on council services
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MK Emergency Response Appeal launched by MK Council and MK Community FoundationThe appeal aims to reach £400,000 by the end of July.
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MK Council to suspend food and garden waste collectionsMilton Keynes Council has announced it will suspend food and garden waste collections after Friday 3rd April.
MK Health
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Coronavirus: How to avoid catching it - and whether you can touch handrailsThe risk to the UK public posed by the new Coronavirus has been raised from low to moderate by chief medical officers, although they stress the risk to individuals remains low.
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COVID-19 self care and community information for Milton KeynesHere's some more helpful information and resources regarding self-care and community information during the coronavirus pandemic...
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MKFM's COVID-19 GuideHere, keep up to date with the ever changing circumstances in Milton Keynes, ranging from job vacancies to amended shopping hours...
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Neighbourhood Watch encourages protecting the isolated and vulnerable during COVID-19 outbreak10 ways you, as a Neighbourhood Watch supporter, can protect yourself, your loved ones and your community...
National News
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Coronavirus: Queen hopes crisis will prove 'this generation is as strong as any'The Queen, in an historic televised address, will say she hopes the coronavirus crisis will show that "Britons of this generation were as strong as any" as the country responds to the challenges it faces.
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Coronavirus: Sunbathers and picnickers seen flouting lockdown despite 'stay at home' pleaPlenty of people were out enjoying the sunshine on Saturday on the warmest weekend of the last six months - despite government pleas to stay home.
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Coronavirus: How and when might the COVID-19 lockdown end?The UK is about to enter its third week in lockdown but what comes next?
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Coronavirus: Trump warns US is facing its 'toughest' two weeks and 'a lot of death'Americans have been warned that they are heading into what could be their "toughest" few weeks, with "a lot of death" expected.
MKFM Featured
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The Meet of MK 2020MKFM's monthly networking event is postponed until further notice in response to social distancing during Coronavirus outbreak.
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Local responses to COVID-19: What is happening in your area?Find out what is happening in your area during the COVID-19 pandemic and what you can do to support your community...
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Are you feeling low? Here's where you can get help in MKDon't suffer in silence. There are a number of people you can turn to to help with everyday issues and mental health.
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VOTE NOW for MK's Best Chippy with MKFMWe've found MK's Best Breakfast and MK’s Best Curry, and now MKFM are searching for MK’s Best Chippy.
Podcasts
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Scribbo in IsolationScribbo in Isolation First Hour
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Scribbo in Isolation
Scribbo in Isolation - Second Hour
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Scribbo in Isolation
Scribbo in Isolation Third Hour
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MK Mental Health Hour with LiaMK Mental Health Hour - Schooling
Charity in MK
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Milton Keynes based charity are providing free essentials packs to people aged 65+ in self-isolationLocal charity DREAMSAI are delivering hampers of essential items to those over the age of 65 that are self-isolating in Milton Keynes.
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MK Council and The MK Food Bank team up on Food Bank XtraMilton Keynes Council and MK Food Bank have teamed up to offer more help to local people in crisis during coronavirus pandemic.
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Milton Keynes Hospital Charity has launched an online wish list for patients and staffResidents who wish to help MK Hospital are being invited to purchase items for patients and staff via an Amazon Wishlist set up by MK Hospital Charity.
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Age UK Milton Keynes urgently needs help to support to local older peoplePanic buying is taking the MK community by storm. As a result, the elderly are struggling to buy items they need, says charity Age UK.
Today On MKFM
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Sam Carmichael6:00am - 10:00am
Sam kicks off your weekend with details of everything going on across Milton Keynes.
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Michael Robinson10:00am - 1:00pm
Michael has details of everything going on across Milton Keynes and the best music
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Showbiz
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Coronavirus: Marianne Faithfull 'stable in hospital' after COVID-19 diagnosisMarianne Faithfull is being treated for COVID-19 in hospital, her agent has said.
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Coronavirus: Pink attacks 'travesty' of US testing after contracting COVID-19Pink has demanded more COVID-19 testing in the US after revealing she contracted the deadly virus.
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Coronavirus: NHS director 'outraged and disgusted' at 5G conspiracy attacksNHS England's medical director has said he is "outraged and disgusted" at conspiracy theorists who claim 5G masts are the true cause of the coronavirus outbreak.
Business
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Coronavirus: Vintage retailer Cath Kidston lines up administratorsThe accelerating flow of high street coronavirus casualties looks set to continue this weekend as Cath Kidston, the modern vintage retailer, lines up administrators in a bid to secure its long-term future.
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State-owned Chinese investor to seize control of chip designer ImaginationA state-controlled Chinese investor is trying to seize control of Imagination Technologies Group, the British chip designer – sparking fears that its prized intellectual property assets could disappear from the UK.
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Coronavirus: Airport giants beg for 12-month rates holidayThe quartet of companies which dominate ground operations at Britain's airports are begging the Treasury for a 12-month business rates holiday as they stand on the brink of financial ruin.
Sport
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England manager Gareth Southgate agrees to 30 per cent pay cutEngland manager Gareth Southgate has agreed to a 30 per cent pay cut.
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Potters Corner wins Virtual Grand NationalPotters Corner has won the Virtual Grand National ahead of Walk In The Mill and Any Second Now.
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Stephen Kenny replaces Mick McCarthy as Republic of Ireland managerStephen Kenny has replaced Mick McCarthy as Republic of Ireland manager with immediate effect.