Source · Select Committees · Welsh Affairs Committee
Recommendation 16
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Paragraph: 102
Require Ofcom to resume offering FM licences for local and community radio
Recommendation
Ofcom’s decision to prioritise DAB licenses overlooks the high levels of AM/ FM listening in Wales, and does not take into account the difficulties in digital transmission across parts of Wales. Community radio stations believe that FM licences will enable them to reach a wider audience. There is a clear demand, and continuing need, for FM radio licences. We recommend that Ofcom resume offering FM licences, particularly targeting local and community radio stations.
Paragraph Reference:
102
Government Response
A response document is linked to this report, dated 22 January 2024. Response attribution to this recommendation has not been verified. Read the response document ↗