Virgin Radio have announced that former Madness man Suggs will take over their afternoon show following the departure of current drive time host Martin Collins. Suggs' new daily show will run from 2-4pm, with current evening presenter Ben Jones expanding his show so that it runs from 4pm and 8pm, and covers the rest of Collins' former slot. Suggs, a former Xfm presenter, already presents shows on Virgin, hosting its Party Classics Show on Friday and Saturday nights.
Commenting on Suggs' new daily show, Virgin Radio PD Paul Jackson told reporters: "Party Classics has been a sensational success and listeners want to hear more of Suggs. He hadn't done much radio before but he has become part of the station. It's a natural progression."