The current media landscape in the United Kingdom and beyond is increasingly characterised by extractive and manipulative practices that prioritise commercial or ideological gain over […]
The June 2025 report Measuring the Social Gain of Community Radio, commissioned by Ofcom and prepared by Wavehill, is a welcome and necessary intervention. It […]
I’ve contributed to the House of Commons Culture, Media and Sport Committee’s inquiry into the UK Government’s Creative Industries Sector Vision. The consultation process is […]
The Government’s latest Creative Industries Sector Plan, launched with much fanfare, makes for an impressive read on the surface. Packed with investment figures, metrics, and […]
As the 2025 update to the BBC’s Editorial Guidelines comes into effect, independent media producers across the UK will be weighing what this means—not just […]
In many of the world’s liberal democracies—particularly those shaped by the Western Enlightenment tradition—social institutions have historically played a foundational role in upholding the common […]
The Office for Students (OfS) has recently issued Freedom of Speech guidance (2025) that takes a “very strong” approach to permitting lawful speech on campus. […]
This proposal outlines an opportunity to integrate Community Media Hubs into Leicester’s network of libraries and community centres as part of the current reorganisation proposals […]
In a week dominated by debate over Ofcom’s recent Experiences of Engaging with the Manosphere report, it is worth pausing to ask: are we seeing […]
As the UK’s communications regulator, Ofcom occupies a uniquely powerful position—tasked with overseeing media standards while increasingly expanding its remit into online safety and digital […]
I would like to extend our thanks to everyone who joined us at the Leicester Community Media Networking event on Tuesday evening at LCB Depot. […]
The Riverside Festival in Leicester has long been a vibrant celebration of the city’s life and diversity, and this year, Soar Sound community radio was […]
Podcast: Play in new window
https://decentered.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Decentered-Podcast-006-2025-06-09-Mixdown.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowIn this episode of the Decentered Media Podcast, Rob speaks with Evan Henshaw-Plath, widely known as Rabble, a technologist, activist, and […]
Given the ferocity of discussion on social media, and the need for legacy media providers to remain relevant, would it be possible to reflect pragmatically […]
A new guide published by Community Organisers, Organising for Organisations, offers a timely and practical contribution to the wider movement for democratic renewal, collective voice, […]
