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BBC Radio 4's Justin Webb taken off air with throat trouble

Original: BBC Radio 4 presenter Justin Webb taken off air after ‘struggling with his throat’ https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https://metro.

Justin Webb, the long-serving BBC Radio 4 presenter, has been taken off air after struggling with his throat, according to a report by Metro. The news means his usual presenting duties are on hold while his condition is addressed. Listeners have been following the story for updates on his health and when he might return to the airwaves.

Why now: A well-known broadcaster's unexpected absence from a flagship radio programme has prompted concern among listeners.

Justin WebbBBCBBC Radio 4Metro

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• BBC Radio 4 presenter Justin Webb taken off air after ‘struggling with his throat’ https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https://metro.co .uk/2026/10/06/bbc-radio-4-presenter-justin-webb-taken-off-air-struggling-throat-29682853/ · metro.co.uk@web.brid.gy · 1

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