Radio equipment

Spectrum-radio equipment

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.

Fixed terrestrial links

Published: 20 June 2023

Last updated: 4 April 2025

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

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

Programme-making and special events (PMSE)

Published: 27 June 2010

Last updated: 19 March 2025

Find information on applying for or renewing an Ofcom Programme Making & Special Events licence.

Glastonbury Festival 2025

Published: 27 January 2025

Last updated: 13 March 2025

Making 978 MHz spectrum available for drones

Published: 11 March 2025

Statement: Spectrum for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)

Published: 10 June 2022

Last updated: 11 March 2025

We have decided to introduce a new UAS Operator Radio licence to authorise the use of radio equipment on drones.

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