Yes, you can.
With the BBC Sounds skill, available to UK listeners, you can listen live to all BBC radio stations and play all of our on-demand content, including programmes, podcasts and music mixes.
The following video has some information on how to sign in and enable the BBC skill, as well as some handy tips for making the most out of BBC Sounds on Alexa.
Getting the most out of the BBC Sounds Alexa skill
Sign in for the best experience
To use the BBC Sounds skill on Alexa you need to connect your BBC account. It’s quick and easy to sign in and you only need to do it once. This simple step will give you a more personalised experience on Alexa. You’ll be able to listen to something on one device and pick up left you left off on another. You’ll also be able to “Ask BBC Sounds for my local news” and get local news bulletins personalised to the postcode in your BBC account.
If you need more information on how to sign in, please check out our step by step instructions: How do I sign in on the BBC Sounds Alexa skill?
To get started
Say “Alexa, open BBC Sounds.” For examples of things to do please visit: What can I say to Alexa in the BBC Sounds skill
Alexa Routines
Wake up with BBC radio! Routines are a great way to fit BBC content in with your daily activities. Wake up at the same time each day to your favourite radio station, catch up with the news at lunchtime, or hear the latest episode of your favourite podcast when you say a specific phrase.
Please visit the following page for more information: How do I set up Alexa routines?
Got a problem?
Having problems with BBC Sounds streams on Alexa? Check the following page for more info: Why do BBC Sounds streams stop or cut out when listening on my Alexa device?
You can find troubleshooting suggestions here: Help fixing problems with BBC Sounds on your smart speaker
Or our Known issues page lists problems we're aware of and are working to resolve.