THOUSANDS of digital radios will be given out to the most vulnerable people over 70.

BBC Local Radio is teaming up with manufacturers, retailers and a loneliness charity to offer free DAB radios to people nominated by their friends and loved ones.

It comes as millions of people are forced to stay in their homes and isolate from their friends and families because of the coronavirus outbreak.

 ’Radio is a vital source of news, information and companionship in these unprecedented times and BBC Local Radio wants to ensure as many people as possible have access to it.

’So it will be giving away DAB digital radios to people nominated by local radio listeners.’

The BBCs Make a Difference campaign is running across all 39 BBC Local Radio stations and is aimed at connecting communities. 

 Anyone can nominate someone for a free radio by completing an online application form at www.wavelength/radiohero