Pirate DJs unite for anniversary

Radio Caroline first went on air on Easter Saturday 1964

Seven original pirate radio presenters have signed up for the 40th anniversary celebrations of pirate radio.

DJs such as Dave Cash, Keith Skues, Pete Brady and Roger "Twiggy" Day will broadcast on Pirate BBC Essex, which will run from 10-16 April.

The temporary station will broadcast 24 hours a day from a ship off the Essex coastline during the Easter week.

"We're pleased and privileged these pioneers of radio are coming aboard," said Tim Gillett of BBC Essex.

"We've a playlist of 1,500 special musical memories for the week, some of which won't have been heard for 40 years," he added.

Other DJs who have signed up are Paul Burnett, Mike Ahern and Ian Damon.

The studio equipment aboard the LV18 ship in Harwich harbour will be similar to that used by pirate presenters of 40 years ago.

Pirate BBC Essex will broadcast regular news updates, along with retro news from the original pirate days.

The station will be available on 729, 765 and 1530AM and will also broadcast via the internet.