Radio: Public Service Broadcasting

(asked on 20th May 2020) - View Source

Question to the Cabinet Office:

To ask Her Majesty's Government why they do not pay community radio stations to broadcast public information notices; and whether they have any plans to do so.


Answered by
Lord True Portrait
Lord True
Leader of the House of Lords and Lord Privy Seal
This question was answered on 29th May 2020

The Government is strongly supportive of the community radio sector and recognises the great value that it offers to communities across the UK.

In light of COVID-19, the Government has developed a national campaign to provide information, guidance and reassurance to the public.

The campaign utilises a wide range of channels to maximise reach and engagement and to ensure our messaging reaches as many people as possible. This includes the use of paid-for advertising on community radio. We currently work with over 35 community radio stations on a weekly basis.

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