Central figure in launch of Radio Clyde dies

An “inspirational broadcaster” and one of the central figures in the history of Radio Clyde has died following a battle with lung cancer.

Alex Dickson joined the station when it launched in 1973 and worked in different roles before becoming its managing director in 1996. During his time as Head of News he set up a training centre within Radio Clyde for journalists, helping to launch the careers of broadcasters including Jackie Bird, Ross King, and Paul Coia. He went on to serve as Head of Programming and won a succession of awards.

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