Year: 2025

The Local DAB Multiplex Association has launched to bring together SSDAB licensees from across the UK.

The new organisation will provide a unified voice for multiplex operators and a shared vision for the development of the local DAB radio sector.
Since the first SSDAB licence was awarded in March 2021, 114 licences have been awarded, with more coming soon. 64 multiplexes are already fully operational, covering just over 30% of the UK population.
The Local DAB Multiplex Association board is made up of multiplex operators from around the country.  It will aim to foster collaboration between licensees and the sharing of experiences – working together to identify opportunities within the sector.
Founding members highlighted the importance of licensees coming together in this free membership association: “By uniting under the Local DAB Multiplex Association, we can strengthen our collective voice, share expertise, and work collaboratively to ensure this growth continues sustainably and successfully. This is an exciting moment for the industry, and we’re thrilled to be at the heart of its future.
“The Local DAB Multiplex Association looks forward to working closely with Ofcom, broadcasters, and other stakeholders to champion the sector, enhance innovation, and continue delivering a diverse range of radio services to communities across the UK”.
For further information or to get involved, head to https://localdab.org.uk/

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Radiocentre has revealed the theme and additional speakers for its Tuning In North event, taking place at Manchester’s Stoller Hall on Thursday 13th March.

With the theme ‘Unlocking the audio advantage’, the morning event will explore how brands can harness the power of audio advertising.
The lineup, which already features the Secretary of State for Culture, Media & Sport, Lisa Nandy, will also include Andrew Tindall, SVP of Global Partnerships at System1, Simon Kilby, Managing Director at Bauer Media Advertising, and Radiocentre’s CEO Matt Payton.
As a leading expert in creative marketing and advertising effectiveness with over 67,000 followers on LinkedIn, Andrew Tindall will present key findings from the IPA and System1’s latest study ‘The Magic of Compound Creativity’. He will bring the research to life for the audio sector with an audio case study.
With the increase in misinformation and the growing rates of anxiety and depression among young people linked to social media, Simon Kilby will explore what he believes needs to be done to protect the future of media and the steps Bauer Media is taking with the development of its ‘Where’s Your Head At?’ initiative.
The conference will be opened by Radiocentre’s CEO Matt Payton, who will set the morning up with an overview of the market and a perspective on the year ahead.
More speakers will be announced in the coming weeks.
Tuning In North runs from 9.30am to 12.30pm and will be followed by lunch and drinks. Tickets are free to Radiocentre member stations, brands and agencies based in the North but are limited. You can reserve your ticket now to guarantee a place.

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Wolverhampton’s WCR FM and the Black Country Chamber of Commerce have partnered for the station’s Business Show.

The Chamber has been a regular guest on the station and as part of the partnership, its members are invited to come forward and feature on the Chris Allen Thursday evening Business Show.
The programme features the latest business news, views and discussions with those who live and work in Wolverhampton. It is then published as a weekly podcast on the station’s website.
Black Country Chamber of Commerce CEO Sarah Moorhouse commented: “It is great to be partnering with WCR FM’s Business Show and together we can do some fantastic work.
“The Chamber regularly features on the show, discussing anything from upcoming Chamber events to the latest quarterly economic survey data. This partnership will provide our members with a great opportunity to showcase their businesses and discuss matters affecting their communities.”
WCR FM chair and presenter Chris Allen added: “We are thrilled to have joined the Chamber and look forward to meeting its members and sharing best practice.
“As part of the partnership we are keen to speak to member businesses on the show from any size or sector who have news to share with the region. This could range from company success stories, new appointments or events.”

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