Radio equipment

Spectrum-radio equipment

Major events for PMSE licensees

Published: 19 December 2025

Last updated: 15 May 2026

If you are using wireless microphones and walkie-talkies for radio and TV, you need a programme-making and special events (PMSE) licence.

NFL London 2026 – Game 3 – Houston Texans vs Jacksonville Jaguars

Published: 19 December 2025

Last updated: 15 May 2026

Radio spectrum licence application for NFL London 2026 – Game 3 – Houston Texans vs Jacksonville Jaguars

NFL London 2026 – Game 2 – Philadelphia Eagles vs Jacksonville Jaguars

Published: 19 December 2025

Last updated: 15 May 2026

NFL London 2026 – Game 2 – Philadelphia Eagles vs Jacksonville Jaguars is designated as a major event, where frequency assignments need to be carefully controlled. Contact information is also available.

NFL London 2026 – Game 1 – Indianapolis Colts vs Washington Commanders

Published: 19 December 2025

Last updated: 15 May 2026

The NFL London 2026 - Game 1 event is designated as a major event, where frequency assignments need to be carefully controlled. Contact information is also available.

Fixed terrestrial links

Published: 20 June 2023

Last updated: 6 May 2026

Fixed Terrestrial Links or Fixed Wireless Systems (FWS) refer to terrestrial based wireless systems, operating between two or more fixed points.

Apply for or vary a maritime radio licence

Published: 30 January 2017

Last updated: 5 May 2026

Maritime radio enables ship stations to communicate with each other and with shore stations, primarily for the safety of human life and the protection of vessels

Fixed wireless access (the 5725 – 5850 MHz band)

Published: 16 March 2023

Last updated: 4 May 2026

The 5.8 GHz licence (5725 – 5850 MHz band) can allow point-to-multipoint equipment for WISP Solutions, broadband internet access, and IP video surveillance

Licensing updates

Published: 21 February 2024

Last updated: 1 May 2026

Here we provide news and updates on Ofcom’s spectrum licensing system and our implementation of related policy changes to update Stakeholders.

Shared

Published: 11 May 2015

Last updated: 27 April 2026

Technical information for shared wireless microphones.

Statement: Updating Wireless Telegraphy Licence Exemptions

Published: 17 January 2025

Last updated: 10 April 2026

Wireless communications have become an integral part of modern life, enabling a wide range of applications from mobile phones and Wi-Fi networks to satellite communications and car key These technologies rely on the use of radio frequencies, which are a finite resource.