Month: December 2024

Five more small-scale DAB licences have been awarded for Round Six – in Halifax, Huddersfield, South Craven, Sunderland and Wigan.
In Halifax, Huddersfield, and South Craven, the sole applicants were awarded licences, going to Halifax DAB Limited (led by Sunrise Radio), Huddersfield DAB Limited (led by Qaisar Mahmood), and Aire Wharfe DAB Ltd (led by Drystone Radio Ltd) respectively.
In Sunderland, Muxcast 6 Limited won the two horse race between them and Sunderland Digital Radio Community Interest Company.
Muxcast 6 is owned by Nation Broadcasting, whilst Sunderland Digital Radio Community Interest Company is made up of local organsations and individuals.
In Wigan, LegacyDigital LTD and Wigan & St Helens DAB Ltd went for the licence, with the latter winning.
All licences will need to be on-air within 18 months.

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Seahaven FM in East Sussex has announced that it may close down in the new year due to lack of funding.
The station shared the news over the weekend that it will cease broadcasting at noon on Friday 10 January 2025, exactly 14 years after it began programmes on FM in the Lower Ouse Valley.
Following the announcement, Seahaven FM received messages of support including offers of regular financial support.
Station Manager Nick Mallinson said: “We are humbled by the wonderful reaction from our listeners and advertisers. We know we provide a service that entertains, informs and provides company for people, and our daily programmes, quizzes and features are part of their routine. It is a huge privilege to have become part of people’s lives.
“Since our initial announcement, we have been approached by several people who are keen to support the station with expertise and funding.
“We are also exploring a subscription scheme to help raise funds to keep the station going.”
More details can be found on the radio station’s website and updates will be posted on social media.

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