BBC Berkshire

02/01/2026

The government hopes something similar to the Ukrainian resettlement scheme could be a solution.

02/01/2026

A Reading woman has described having to throw away hundreds of pounds worth of clothes and towels after raw sewage spilled from her toilet for hours. Read the full story here: https://bbc.in/4jhXeDq

01/01/2026

It’s here! 🎉 The annual BBC Introducing in Ox & Berks mixtape has landed🙌

👉 Packed with amazing tracks from artists in Oxfordshire & Berkshire, all uploaded in 2025 - turn it up and find your new favourite tunes!

🔊 Tap to listen on BBC Sounds ⤵️
https://bbc.in/49byx7a

01/01/2026

The rapper and producer released his new EP in May and played Reading and Leeds Festivals in August.

01/01/2026

In 1688, Broad Street in Reading became a battleground, one which would dethrone King James II ⚔️ 👑

📲 Tap the link to uncover the history: https://bbc.in/4pSJaTE

01/01/2026

What are you doing with your 🎄 ..?

Alpacas, charities and dead hedges are among the options for Christmas tree disposal in January.

31/12/2025

South Central Ambulance Service (SCAS) has a new fleet of over 100 ambulances.
Read the full story here: https://bbc.in/49aBm9X

31/12/2025

A giant pothole, gold toilet, landslip, bus crash and PC Reg Hollis. Take a look back at some of the biggest headlines from 2025 in your area: https://bbc.in/49y8bxw

31/12/2025

A government planning inspector overturned an earlier refusal based on concern for bats.

A listed bridge over the Thames will be illuminated despite two authorities refusing permission.

31/12/2025

The south of England was among the first regions to launch a local presence on the world wide web! Here's what it used to look like in the age of dial-up: https://bbc.in/4sn1UMK

31/12/2025

A visit to SCAS control room sees crews making the best of their day over Christmas. 🎄🚑 Read more about their festive shift here: https://bbc.in/49EgBm3

31/12/2025

A government shake-up of council funding has delivered starkly different fortunes for neighbouring councils in Berkshire.
Read the full story here: https://bbc.in/3KTLjzd