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Edith Bowman goes on maternity leave while Radio 1 DJs hold the fort
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Ö÷²¥´óÐã Radio 1 announces today that a host of Radio 1 DJs will present Edith Bowman's show (weekdays 1-4pm) during her maternity leave.
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Edith's last show is today and her return to the station is scheduled for the autumn.
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Over this period Radio 1 DJs Vernon Kay, Fearne Cotton and Nihal will front the show:
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 June – Nihal
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July/August, various dates – Fearne Cotton
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July/August, various dates – Vernon Kay Ìý
Edith Bowman said: "It's a bitter-sweet time as I leave the team behind to embark on another life-changing adventure.
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"I'm so excited about becoming a mum, I'm gonna miss everyone and I'll be back as soon as I can.
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"The gang will keep you all entertained in the meantime."
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Ben Cooper, Head of Programmes, Radio 1, said: "Everyone at Radio 1 wishes Edith all the best during her maternity leave and we'll look forward to her return.
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"I know her fellow DJs will do a brilliant job looking after her show while she's away." Ìý
In further news, Sara Cox will cover Jo Whiley's maternity leave from October until the end of the year.
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