Sir Jimmy Young is to return to BBC Radio 2 for a one-off show to mark his 90th birthday. Never let it be said that station controller Bob Shennan is taking his instructions to appeal to older listeners anything less than seriously. The build-up to JY's departure from the station's lunchtime show in 2002 was famously long-winded. Sir Jimmy will be in conversation with his good friend Ken Bruce for the one-hour special on 20 September. "It's great to be making a programme for Radio 2 – especially with my mate Ken Bruce," he said. "To be reunited with Sir Jimmy is a pleasure and a privilege," said Bruce. "He's a fantastic broadcaster with an amazing story. He's also a great friend, so much so I even bought a car from him!" But how will he do on Popmaster?
