Radio 3 talent to the fore ...

In a pan-network radio challenge, Radio 3's Tom Service is pitting his skills as a stand-up comedian against Radio 1's Dev, Radio 2's Tony Blackburn, Radio 4's Jenni Murray, 5 Live's Tony Livesey and 6Music's Shaun Keaveny. It's all in aid of Comic Relief - you can find details of Radio 3's Comic Relief plans - and a link to a video of Tom's performance (with the chance to support him with a vote if you so wish), by visiting https://www.bbc.co.uk/rednoseday/radio3/

And someone with something to smile about is Radio 3 Editor Edward Blakeman, who recently enjoyed a significant birthday celebration. Among other duties, Edward has responsibility for the network's Proms coverage - he's a member of the Council of the Royal Philharmonic Society, and the picture (left) shows a splendid Royal Albert Hall birthday cake, presented to him by the RPS. You can find more details here on the Royal Philharmonic Society's Facebook page.