Folk Chat on BBC message board is currently carrying a thread on the closure of Ali Anderson's, folk music radio programme in the North East

The attitude of the BBC and the demise of folk music programmes Nationally and regionally is I feel a threat to the music of the British Isles.

This constant erosion by the establishment by such actions, and ridiculous laws which stop live acoustic music which hurts no one needs to be highlighted

State your opinions where it is best felt and make your views known

Ray