Radio in the UK...
For all in BBC radio, local, national and international, visit www.bbc.co.uk/radio
Independent Radio News supplies commercial radio station across the UK with
a variety of news services and is heard by 27 million listeners. www.irn.co.uk
An invaluable resource for the UK Media industry, this site includes a useful
radio station directory. www.mediauk.com
Ofcom is the regulator for the UK communications industries, with responsibilities
across television, radio, telecommunications and wireless communications services.
www.ofcom.org.uk
Training...
The NBS provides high-quality teaching in radio Presentation and Programming,
and in News. The intensive are recognised by radio stations throughout the
UK.
www.nationalbroadcastingschool.com
The Radio Academy was formed in 1983 as the professional body for people working
in the radio industry and to provide neutral ground on which the whole subject
of radio could be discussed. The Academy arranges a number of conferences
and seminars dedicated to the further development of professionals within
the industry at a variety of levels.
www.radioacademy.org
Kate Lee Communications are experienced training providers specialising in
spoken communication. Although the majority of the training they provide is
for business management development and the UK corporate sector, they are
also respected training providers within the broadcasting industry. This site
also contains some very useful tips for presenters and public speakers. www.katelee.co.uk
An energetic and light-hearted site, the radio section provides some useful
tips and suggestions for kick starting your career.
www.electricbluesclub.co.uk/radio.html
Jobs in radio...
For information on current vacancies at
On-a-Hi 24/7 Productions, vacancies in radio and links to other
jobs sites specialising in the media industry, visit our Radio
Jobs Online page.
Amateur Radio...
The Hospital Broadcasting Association (HBA) is the national
charity that supports and promotes Hospital Broadcasting in the UK.
www.hbauk.com
Student radio stations perform a number of functions at the universities and
colleges where they are based - they offer a radio service geared specifically
to the student and youth population in the local area, they offer students
interested in pursuing a career in broadcasting an opportunity to get hands
on experience.
www.studentradio.co.uk
Industry Web Sites / Publications...
The Radio Magazine is a popular industry publication including news, interviews,
vacancies and general radio information. A free sample of the magazine can
be requested and regular subscription set up by visiting
www.theradiomagazine.co.uk
ukRadio.com is a regularly updated site providing news from the radio industry
within the UK. It features a very useful discussion board and a free weekly
newsletter, available to those with an interest in radio. www.ukradio.com
The Press Association supplies services to every national and regional daily
newspaper, major broadcasters, online publishers and a wide range of commercial
organisations. www.pa.press.net
Broadcast Systems...
Radica provides a complete service spanning the planning, design, integration,
installation, commissioning and maintenance of AM and FM transmission systems
with outputs from milliwatts to kilowatts. From Low Power AM installations
for universities and hospitals in the UK, to major high power schemes for
international broadcasters, Radica has the experience and expertise to project-manage
from first conception to final completion. www.radica.com
A range of broadcast computers, systems and software available on this site.
www.broadcast.co.uk
Production...
Internet jingles, radio sweepers and sonic branding idents for web sites,
radio stations, advertising agencies, internet web sites, multi media, TV
companies, DJs & radio presenter idents. www.idents.com
