Alex Salmond's "straight-shooting" radio show will be broadcast for the first time on Wednesday.

The former SNP leader and first minister will host the show on from 4pm on LBC with co-presenter Iain Dale.

Listeners will be able to call, text, email or tweet Mr Salmond during the programme, which station bosses said would have "no limits".

Speaking when the show was announced, Mr Salmond said: "When I was first minister of Scotland, there were times when I had to bite my tongue. However, now unburdened from office, I can shoot straight from the hip.

"I am looking forward to discussing all of the issues and taking calls from every corner of these islands. It's going to be honest, straight talking, with a bit of fun thrown in."

LBC managing editor James Rea said: "Alex Salmond is one of the most outspoken and straight-talking politicians, with in-depth knowledge of Westminster and Scottish politics, and we look forward to him joining our powerful line-up this year."