Fixed terrestrial links
Published: 20 June 2023
Last updated: 1 July 2025
Fixed Terrestrial Links or Fixed Wireless Systems (FWS) refer to terrestrial based wireless systems, operating between two or more fixed points.
Emergency services
Published: 29 July 2022
Last updated: 23 June 2025
Information on the Airwave shares’ list and the Public Safety Spectrum Policy Group (PSSPG).
Online Licensing Services
Published: 30 January 2017
Last updated: 16 June 2025
Applying for Special Event Station Notice of Variations Online
Published: 6 March 2024
Last updated: 16 June 2025
Statement: Decision to amend the Wireless Telegraphy 2012 and the Wireless Telegraphy Register Regulations 2012
Published: 31 October 2024
Last updated: 19 May 2025
This document consults and seeks representations on draft regulations entitled the ‘Wireless Telegraphy (Spectrum Trading and Register) (Amendment) Regulations 2024’ (the “Proposed Regulations”) which are intended to implement previous policy decisions.
Licensing updates
Published: 21 February 2024
Last updated: 7 April 2025
To update Stakeholders on the latest Ofcom policy and licensing system implementation
Information for maritime radio licensees
Published: 16 March 2023
Last updated: 7 April 2025
Find out about maritime radio licensees, how to pay for your license, making an enquiry for your license and technical information.
Apply for an aeronautical or Unmanned Aircraft System licence
Published: 6 March 2024
Last updated: 7 April 2025
Everything you need to apply for an aircraft or drone licence.
Licensing portal
Published: 11 December 2023
Last updated: 7 April 2025
Where you can apply for a new licence or manage an existing licence.
Wireless Telegraphy Exemption Regulations
Published: 26 May 2010
Last updated: 25 March 2025
Ofcom is responsible for managing civilian use of the radio spectrum. Our work involves releasing spectrum for new uses as well as developing policies to ensure that the spectrum is used efficiently. This section covers wireless telegraphy exemption regulations