Surprise frontrunner emerges in race to replace Scott Mills on Radio 2

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14 Apr 2026 • 5:52 PM MYT
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Surprise frontrunner emerges in race to replace Scott Mills on Radio 2

  • Scott Mills was sacked from the BBC Radio 2 breakfast show following a police investigation into historical sexual offence allegations.
  • Gary Davies is currently filling in, with the BBC yet to announce a permanent replacement for the slot.
  • OJ Borg, who presents an overnight show on Radio 2, has emerged as a frontrunner for the permanent position, according to The Sun.
  • Reports indicate that bosses are seeking a 'well-liked' presenter who is not overly high-profile, rather than bigger names like Vernon Kay or Sara Cox.
  • The BBC said: “Further news on a permanent replacement will follow in due course.”

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