Yes, you can! The BBC Sounds skill is available for listeners in the UK. Once you have enabled the skill and linked your BBC account, you’ll be able to enjoy live radio and on-demand content, including programmes, podcasts, music mixes, and much more.
Enable & link your BBC account to the BBC Sounds Skill
How to enable the BBC Sounds Skill...
To enable the BBC Sounds Skill Just say, “Alexa, open BBC Sounds” to your Alexa device. Your device will then ask if you’d like to enable the skill - say “yes” to proceed. Alternatively you can enable the sounds skill using the Alexa app, to do this follow these steps...
Step 1 - Open your Alexa app & tap the more button 
in the bottom navigation bar.
Step 2 - Tap the ‘skills and game’ button then.
Step 3 - Tap the search field and type in ‘ BBC Sounds skill’, then press search.
Step 4 - Tap the BBC sounds skill option in the search results.
Step 5 - Tap the ‘Launch’ button & follow the instructions.
Linking your BBC Account to the BBC Sounds skill…
Linking your account creates a more personalised experience. You’ll be able to access your listening history and easily pick up where you left off on any device. You’ll also receive local news updates tailored to the postcode saved in your account - just say, ‘Alexa, ask BBC Sounds for my local news.
How do I link my account?
Linking your account is quick and easy - you only need to do it once. For step-by-step instructions and support, visit: How do I link my BBC account to the BBC Sounds skill on Alexa?
What can I do & listen to on the Sounds skill once I’ve linked my account?
Once you have linked your account you can listen to all BBC Sounds content. To play live radio. ‘Just say: ‘Alexa, play [station name],’ for example, ‘Alexa, play Radio 2’. To play a podcast, say: ‘Alexa, ask BBC Sounds to play [podcast name],’ for example, ‘Alexa, ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast.’
For ideas on what to listen to and examples of commands and features you can use with the BBC Sounds skill on Alexa visit What can I say to Alexa in the BBC Sounds skill?
Alexa Routines
Wake up with BBC radio! Routines are a great way to fit BBC content in with your daily activities. Wake up at the same time each day to your favourite radio station, catch up with the news at lunchtime, or hear the latest episode of your favourite podcast when you say a specific phrase.
Please visit the following page for more information: How do I set up Alexa routines?
Further help and support
Having problems with BBC Sounds streams on Alexa? Check the following page for more info: Why do BBC Sounds streams stop or cut out when listening on my Alexa device?
For troubleshooting suggestions visit: Help fixing problems with BBC Sounds on your smart speaker.
For information on problems we're aware of and are working to resolve visit: Known issues.
