What we know; BBC Updated 18 April 2025

The BBC has delayed blocking BBC Sounds app for audiences outside the UK. It comes after a decision made by the corporation meant listeners outside the UK would only be able to access Radio 4 and the World Service via a new audio section on BBC.com.

In a statement the BBC said it is working on plans to "continue to make other BBC stations available to listeners outside the UK" adding that it "will not close BBC Sounds outside the UK until we have confirmed these plans".