Statement: local commercial radio licence renewals
Published: 11 December 2024
Last updated: 14 November 2025
This consultation sets out how we propose to decide whether a multiplex is suitable for a licensee’s needs under the New Renewal Route set out in our consultation.
Radio Broadcast Update – October 2025
Published: 7 November 2025
A round-up of Ofcom’s broadcast radio licensing activity in October 2025.
Consultation: Designation of Radio Selection Services - draft report to the Secretary of State
Published: 16 October 2025
Radio Broadcast Update – September 2025
Published: 10 October 2025
A round-up of Ofcom’s broadcast radio licensing activity in September 2025.
Radio Broadcast Update – August 2025
Published: 5 September 2025
A round-up of Ofcom’s broadcast radio licensing activity in August 2025.
Radio Broadcast Update – July 2025
Published: 8 August 2025
A round-up of Ofcom’s broadcast radio licensing activity in July 2025.
Radio Broadcast Update – June 2025
Published: 4 July 2025
A round-up of Ofcom’s broadcast radio licensing activity in June 2025.
Apply for a radio broadcast licence
Published: 17 March 2023
Last updated: 16 June 2025
Licensing advertisements and application forms for broadcast radio licences.
Radio Broadcast Update – May 2025
Published: 6 June 2025
A round-up of Ofcom’s broadcast radio licensing activity in May 2025.
Commercial radio licence application and awards
Published: 5 March 2024
Last updated: 21 May 2025
Details of open and recent commercial radio licence awards