Paul O'Grady aims new radio show jibe at BBC as he quits Radio 2 station after 14 years

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Instagram to share a picture of himself on board a speed boat after news broke this week that the presenter would be stepping down from his BBC Radio 2 show.The decision came after it was revealed he has to share the slot with comic Rob Beckett.The presenter has aimed a sly dig at BBC producers, as he joked about creating his own "Pirate Radio Station" aboard a boat.Paul shared the sun-kissed snap on Instagram yesterday in view of his 698,000 Instagram followers.He could be seen smiling on board the luxury boat, with the picturesque background of Amsterdam behind him.Paul captioned the post: "I wonder if I could start up a Pirate Radio Station on one of these?

Boating on the Amstel and I’ve already taken out two pedals and a swimmer."Still sounding like Lee Marvin and inclined to fall asleep after the Covid but otherwise ok.

I’m home now #amsterdam."Many social media users took to the comments to share their view on Paul's new proposed radio station.Mount87 said: "Great photo!

Sunday will not be the same without you Paul."Jak_young added: "I'd listen, better than Radio 2." (sic)Sallylovesfairies commented: "Glad your feeling better Paul and a big yes to your radio station your a joy to listen to."Paul announced earlier this week that he would be quitting his radio show following a BBC shake-up.The presenting shake-up saw Paul sharing his slot with comedian Rob, with the duo working alternatively, 13 weeks at a time.In a statement, Paul said: "I've loved doing my Sunday afternoon show for the last 14 years, and I'm going to miss my listeners as well as the fun I've had with my producer Malcolm Prince, but I feel that now is the right time to go."Helen Thomas, head of Radio 2, added: "I'd like to thank Paul for so many.