Ofcom’s Purpose – Time for Reform
Back in April 2019 I wrote a comment for the Media Reform Coalition, stating that Ofcom is not fit for purpose as the media and […]
Media Bill
Media Bill and the Wash-Up
One of the bills that is likely to be passed during the wash-up is the Media Bill, which proposes sweeping changes to the regulation and […]
Decentered Media Podcast 135 – Media Bill and Community Radio Consultation
In this episode, I outline some thoughts about the Media Bill and the danger that it will lead to a homogenisation and centralisation of radio, […]
Media Bill – The End of Local Radio?
The Media Bill has now been published on the UK Parliament website. The bill proposes sweeping reforms to the legislative framework regulating public service broadcasters […]
Media Bill Update – Localness At Risk
MPs have reported their concerns about the Media Bill in the final report of the Commons Culture Media and Sport Committee. The Government is proposing […]
Community Media Discussion – What’s Going to be in the Community Radio Order?
In next week’s community media discussion, we will be looking at the forthcoming Community Radio Order that will follow the Media Bill that is presently […]
Community Radio is Not Local Radio – Protecting Social Gain and Key Commitments
DCMS has started to consult on the legislative changes that will shape community radio following the passage of the Media Bill which is going through […]
Community Media Discussion Impact of the Media Bill on Community Radio Summary
The Media Bill has been introduced to the United Kingdom Parliament, and will be discussed by MPs over the coming months. The all-party Digital, Culture, […]
Community Media Discussion – Media Bill and Community Radio
At our community media discussion from 6pm on Tuesday 18th April, we are hosting an open discussion about the recently published Media Bill. This legislation […]