BBC Radio 4 FM Schedule Saturday 31 January 2026

Early

1. 00:00

   Midnight News—31/01/2026

   National and international news from BBC Radio 4

2. 00:30

   Craftland—Episode 5

   5/5The story of a craft is often the story of a single individual whose skills are hard won.

3. 00:48

   Shipping Forecast—31/01/2026

   The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping

4. 01:00

   Selection of BBC World Service Programmes—31/01/2026

   A selection of BBC World Service news and current affairs, arts and science programmes.

5. 05:30

   News Summary—31/01/2026

   National and international news from BBC Radio 4

6. 05:34

   Shipping Forecast—31/01/2026

   The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping

7. 05:43

   Prayer for the Day—31/01/2026

   Radio 4's daily prayer and reflection

8. 05:45

   Materials of State—Black Rod

   David Cannadine looks the history and symbolism of Black Rod.