C-DSP licence applications
Published: 1 March 2024
Last updated: 17 June 2024
This page provides a copy of any community digital sound programme (C-DSP) application which has been submitted to Ofcom.
Apply for a DAB programme service or multiplex licence
Published: 8 May 2024
Everything you need to know about the licensing process for DAB programme services and multiplexes.
Audio listening in the UK
Published: 15 April 2024
Last updated: 16 April 2024
This report outlines the findings from Ofcom research into people’s audio habits: what they listen to, how they’re listening and why.
Radio broadcast update – March 2024
Published: 4 April 2024
A round-up of Ofcom’s broadcast radio licensing activity in March 2024.
Small-scale multiplex applications and awards
Published: 5 February 2024
Last updated: 5 February 2024
A list of small-scale radio multiplex licence applications that have been submitted to Ofcom, and details of licences we have awarded.
Statement: Request to vary the licensed area of the Bradford small-scale radio multiplex
Published: 11 January 2024
This statement sets out Ofcom’s decision on a request to change the area to be served by the Bradford small-scale radio multiplex service.
Statement: Request to vary the licensed area of the Winchester small-scale radio multiplex
Published: 2 January 2024
This statement sets out Ofcom’s decision on a request to change the area to be served by the Winchester small-scale radio multiplex service. A radio multiplex service is the means by which DAB digital radio stations are broadcast.
Apply for a small-scale radio multiplex or digital sound programme service licence
Published: 19 April 2024
Last updated: 6 October 2023
Everything you will need to apply for a small-scale DAB multiplex or digital sound programme service licence.
DAB+ Radio
Published: 29 September 2023
Last updated: 29 September 2023
Digital technology switch-on launches local radio revolution
Published: 5 July 2023
Last updated: 5 July 2023
Today sees the switch-on of a new small-scale DAB multiplex, a digital radio transmission service that will allow new stations to get on the airwaves and offer a range of choice for listeners.