BOLTON FM has gone global — welcoming a foreign exchange student from Bolton's twin town Paderborn in Germany.

Michelle Mertens will be at Bolton FM for the next 10 days learning about broadcast production, audio editing and presenting.

As well as her experience at Bolton FM, the 18-year-old hopes to widen her experience in broadcast media and spend some time at BBC North.

She is interested in fashion design, entertainment and all types of music.

Miss Mertens said: “It’s been exciting and I loved appearing live on the drivetime show Andrew Hargreaves and Alex Healey yesterday.

“This is totally different to anything I’ve ever done before and I would encourage anyone to take part in an exchange programme and step outside of their comfort zone. I’m so happy to be part of such a warm and friendly team.”