Year: 2024

AU & NZ

Andrew Doman rejoins Super Radio Network for new Breakfast gig

October 21, 2024 radionewsfeeds Comments Off on Andrew Doman rejoins Super Radio Network for new Breakfast gig

Andrew Doman has rejoined the Super Radio Network in Parkes on ROK FM Breakfast.Andrew previously worked at 96.5 Hill FM in Broken Hill for eight years up until 2021. Prior to that he was at Queensland stations 4LG Longreach and 4VL Charleville.
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Ireland

Tributes paid to Michael Reade who has died after terminal illness

October 21, 2024 radionewsfeeds Comments Off on Tributes paid to Michael Reade who has died after terminal illness

LMFM presenter Michael Reade has died at the age of 58.
Michael announced recently he has cancer and that his diagnosis is terminal, but added that he’s not sad, just accepting his situation.
He’s been broadcasting for 43 years, and 21 of those were with LMFM, but has not been on the radio for over six months.
He’s also worked at East Coast Radio in Wicklow, Tipp FM in Tipperary, XFM in Copenhagen and Midlands 103 in Tullamore.
Earlier this month he won Gold at the IMRO Radio Awards for best Current Affairs programme on local radio.
The Chair of the Independent Broadcasters of Ireland, John Purcell, extended the condolences of everyone in the sector to Michael’s family, friends and colleagues, saying: “Michael Reade was a passionate, committed and very talented broadcaster.
“He had a unique connection to his listeners in counties Louth and Meath and reflected their concerns and priorities fairly, accurately and with balance through his work, in the very best traditions of broadcasting.”
“On behalf of all of his friends and colleagues in the industry, we wish to say that our thoughts are with his wife Sandra, his son Luke, brothers, sister, extended family and friends and colleagues at LMFM at this time.”
“Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. May he Rest in Peace.”
Taoiseach Simon Harris has also paid tribute. He said: “I want to send my condolences to Michael’s wife Sarah, his son Luke, brothers, sister and extended family on the untimely passing of Michael.
“I also want to offer my sympathies to his colleagues at LMFM and indeed, his loyal listeners.
“For over 20 years, Michael has been a voice to the frustrations, the celebrations and curiosity of people across Louth and Meath.
“For those of us who sat opposite him, he has been robust and tough but never unfair. Michael is a loss to journalism, a loss to the people of Louth and Meath but most particularly his family and friends.
“Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. May he rest easy.” […]

UK

Local radio changes expected imminently as key parts of new Media Act take effect

October 21, 2024 radionewsfeeds Comments Off on Local radio changes expected imminently as key parts of new Media Act take effect

Large sections of the Media Act 2024 relating to regulation of commercial radio in the UK have now become law, paving the way for operators to make changes to their output.

The Media Act received Royal Assent on 24th May this year – making it through Parliament and into law as part of the ‘wash-up’ period before the general election.
Some sections of the Act became law immediately, while others are only now taking effect. This includes Part 5 of the act, concerning regulation of commercial radio, which came into force last Thursday (17th October).
The regulator will now consult with stakeholders on changes to the rules around the broadcast of local news and information on certain radio licences, as well as considering how to implement changes which will see all DAB multiplex operators required to publish information about costs, in the same way that small-scale multiplex operators have to.
RadioToday understands, however, that sections of the Act relating to the requirements for locally-made programming – and seeking permission for changes to music formats – take effect immediately.
This means groups including Global and Bauer could now drop regional programmes from brands such as Capital, Heart, Hits Radio and Greatest Hits Radio.
Similarly, national and local commercial radio multiplex operators will now be able to make changes to the station line-ups without seeking Ofcom permission in advance.
In an update on Thursday, Ofcom said: “The Secretary of State of Culture, Media and Sport has made commencement regulations which bring Part 5 of the Media Act 2024 into force, as well as a section of Part 1 to allow for our preparatory work on Public Service Broadcasting reform.
“Commencement of Part 5 allows us to continue our plans for implementation, including:

Consulting on new local news and information requirements for analogue commercial radio stations, while retaining current requirements in the meantime.
Removing requirements from analogue licences relating to music and locally-made programming.
Consulting on new requirements on DAB multiplex providers to publish information about payments radio stations make for carriage.
Ending the need for DAB multiplex providers to ask Ofcom for permission to add or remove digital radio stations.”

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