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Late night local radio presenters across the BBC say goodbye to listeners

Late Show presenters on BBC local radio stations in England have said goodbye to listeners ahead of a networked show starting on Monday. Late Night Becky, with Becky Want, will air across the local network each weekday replacing regional output as previously revealed by RadioToday. Weekends will be hosted by Jo Good. In the north […] […]

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Round Six licence areas announced for small-scale DAB multiplexes

Ofcom has announced which areas will be advertised in the next round of small-scale DAB licensing. There are 27 locations on the list, ranging from the Isle of Wight to Carlisle, and Lanarkshire to Carrickfergus. Round Six will be advertised next year. The areas are: Ayr, Troon and Irvine Barrow-in-Furness Bournemouth and Boscombe Bridgend Carlisle […] […]

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Matt Payton writes: Stronger than ever – a landmark year for commercial radio

It’s been a landmark year for commercial radio, and as the sector turns 50 this weekend, Radiocentre’s CEO Matt Payton says we are stronger than ever. Just over a year ago I had the privilege of taking over as Chief Executive of Radiocentre. It’s a fantastic job, working with brilliant and interesting people, representing the […] […]

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Small-scale DAB operator files for Voluntary Liquidation

Small-scale DAB multiplex operator UK DAB Networks has started proceedings for Voluntary Liquidation. The company currently operates live services in Winchester and Basingstoke, and has interest in a number of others. It’s the first time a main small-scale DAB operator has had to wind-up due to financial difficulties, with owner and long-serving DAB operator Ash […] […]