Highlights from the last week including announcements, tributes and blogs.
Announcements
Anthony Boyle and Toby Jones lead cast of new BBC Two drama Danny Boy (w/t)
Filming has begun on BBC Two’s Danny Boy (working title), a compelling new drama produced by Expectation about a young man’s journey from medal-winning war hero to alleged murderer, and his search for truth in the fog of war.
BBC One Daytime serves up second helping of Ready Steady Cook
BBC One Daytime has announced that Ready Steady Cook is heading back to the channel for a second series.
BBC marks the 25th anniversary of the Disability Discrimination Act with dedicated content and new commissions
The Disability Discrimination Act, passed on 8 November 1995, made discrimination against disabled people unlawful - the BBC is marking the 25th anniversary with a range of content across television, radio and online.
Children in Need: 40 Fabulous Years
On Friday 13 November, BBC Children in Need is celebrating its 40th year. To celebrate this special anniversary, presenter Ade Adepitan MBE, is our guide on this funny, poignant and revealing numerical tour across four fabulous decades of the charity’s history.
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Tributes
Tributes to Bobby Ball
The BBC has released the following tribute to Bobby Ball, who died at the age of 76.
Blogs
Over 2 million interactions with Local BBC Radio stations since lockdown
As Local BBC Radio receives record listener calls, BBC Head of Audio and Digital, Chris Burns reflects on 2020 so far.