BBC Ratings Decline – Problems for Strategy or Sign of the Wrong Metric?
This article argues that Christmas TV ratings cannot be used as a definitive measure of the BBC’s success or failure. Reflecting on the contrast between […]
Public Purpose
What Does ‘Public Value’ Mean in a Commercial Media Landscape?
Radiocentre’s Force for Good report highlights commercial radio’s role in providing trusted news, companionship, and community support, but defining true public value requires more than […]
The Role of Media, Culture, Arts, and Communications in Devolution Planning
I have reviewed the English Devolution White Paper to assess its implications for media, culture, arts, and communications within the context of devolution planning. The […]
Mission Driven Government Needs Public Purpose Media
One of the key features of the new UK government, led by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, is the adoption of a ‘mission-driven‘ approach to […]
Considering the Future of Community Radio: What Could Be Lost with Ofcom’s Proposed Changes?
I want to share some thoughts on Ofcom’s recent proposals to change the reporting process for Key Commitments for Analogue Community Radio stations. As someone […]
Partnering with Community Media – New Local’s Model for a Community Powered NHS
It’s great to see the transformative proposals by New Local, aimed at reinvigorating the NHS through community empowerment and involvement. New Local’s compelling vision calls […]
Decentered Media Podcast 143 – We Need A Civic and Community Media Alliance
In this Decentered Media podcast episode, the pressing need to reformulate policy development for community media and public purpose media in the UK takes centre […]