Freedom of Expression in Broadcast Media
The principles of Freedom of Belief and Expression are protected by the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) and the UK Human Rights Act. The […]
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Ofcom Updates Impact Assessment Guidance
It’s good to see that Ofcom has published the results of their consultation on the process of Impact Assessments, and that they have made considerable […]
It’s Time to Stop Conflating Interest With Identity in Broadcast Law and Regulation
Is our race, sex or sexual orientation simply a matter of collective interest? Do the characteristics that define our identity rest on a set of […]
Ofcom Annual Report 2023 – Where’s the Focus on Equality Impact Assessments?
Ofcom’s 2022/23 Annual Report outlines several initiatives and strategies related to radio broadcasting and the promotion of the needs of minority communities and people defined […]
Is There Such A Thing as Local Commercial Radio?
In the dynamic landscape of broadcasting, the distinction between local and commercial radio is a critical one, shaped by a complex set of definitions and […]
Ofcom Broadcast Code – A Bulwark Against Antagonism and Misinformation
The Guardian is reporting that Ofcom will be investigating GB News and TalkTV over potential breaches of impartiality rules. The investigation is focusing on the […]
Responses to Ofcom’s Consultation on Equalities Impact Assessments
The consultation by Ofcom on Equality Impact Assessments is a significant initiative that holds the potential to shape the future of UK broadcasting and media […]
BBC Local Radio England Cuts – Ofcom Response
I made a complaint to the BBC about their proposed cuts to local radio in England, and their lack of consultation with the public. My […]
BBC Local Radio England – Complaint to Ofcom
I’ve made a complaint this morning to Ofcom regarding the way the BBC is handling public engagement for its proposed changes to local radio in […]
Decentered Media Podcast 120 – Evaluation of the Community Radio Fund with Andy Parkinson
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http://decentered.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Decentered-Media-Podcast-120-2022-04-12-Mixdown.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowCommunity Radio in the UK is a distinct platform for community-focussed communication, not just because of the diversity of the stations […]
Ofcom’s Five-Year Review: Diversity and Equal Opportunities in UK Broadcasting
Ofcom has published it’s five-year review of the data it has been collecting on diversity and inclusivity in the UK broadcast television and radio industries. […]
The Sewell Report – A Missed Opportunity to Question Media Racism and Inequality
The publication of the Sewell Report by the Commission on Race and Ethnic Disparities for the UK government has highlighted considerable differences in thinking about […]
Is Ofcom’s Diversity and Inclusion Work Planning Fit for Purpose?
One of the continual challenges in the democratic renewal of our media, is to ensure that we fully understand the scope and the extent of […]
Ramadan Radio Ofcom Code Briefing
Today I gave a briefing using Zoom to volunteers of Ramadan Radio in Leicester on the principles that inform the Ofcom Broadcast Code. It needs […]
Ofcom UK Radio Diversity Report 2018
The Ofcom Diversity Report was published in June 2018, and while it wasnt controversial at the time, on reflection and after re-reading the report there […]