BARNSLEY DJ Stephanie Hirst makes her return to radio by joining BBC Radio Manchester.

Formerly known as Simon, she took a break from radio last year after announcing her gender transition.

The former presenter of Hirsty's Daily Dose on Capital FM is also a regular on ITV's Lorraine as a mentor for the 'Change One Thing' feature.

Steph, of Dodworth, said: "I'm excited and looking forward to getting back behind the mic, playing my favourite 90s' records and talking to callers each Saturday night across Manchester."

Her first show is Saturday at 10pm.