Rochdale Bongs Replace Big Ben On BBC Radio 4 At Christmas

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The traditional Big Ben bongs on BBC Radio 4 will be replaced by bells from Rochdale town hall on Christmas Eve.

 

Chimes from the Greater Manchester town will herald the 18:00 GMT news bulletin as a "special festive replacement".

 

BBC Radio 4 normally broadcasts Big Ben live but has been broadcasting recordings since August last year when the bells fell silent for repair works.

 

Rochdale Borough Council leader Allen Brett said he was "proud" the town's gongs "will ring out over the land".

 

'Strike a chord'

The Labour councillor said broadcasting a recording of the town hall's bells was a "huge boost" for the area.

 

"We are proud its famous gongs will ring out across the land over the festive period.

 

"Well done to the BBC for backing our campaign and for striking a chord with public opinion."

 

He added: "Let the bells ring out for Christmas."...