Radiocentre
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London, UK
The voice of commercial radio
Website: www.radiocentre.org
About Radiocentre
Radiocentre is the industry body for commercial radio in the UK. We work on behalf of more than 50 stakeholders who represent over 90 per cent of commercial radio in terms of listening and revenue. Our remit also encompasses all kinds of broadcaster-owned and operated audio, including podcasts and on-demand streaming services provided by commercial radio. Our mission is to get industry influencers and decision-makers to See Radio Differently.
Latest news
- Dec 17, 2025: The BBC's future funding model from 2028 is the subject of a green paper and public consultation from the UK government. (In the UK, "green papers" propose policy ideas for discussion and consultation). Radiocentre, the UK commercial radio trade body, has suggested that ad funding should be ruled-out; earlier this year, after considerable industry pressure, the BBC abandoned plans to place ads in its podcasts in the UK.
- Jul 23, 2025: The UK radio industry trade body, Radiocentre, is launching a campaign to show the benefit of radio advertising. Like any sensible brand, the campaign will include a podcast.
- Jun 21, 2023: UK advocacy group Radiocentre has unveiled a new logo and design. The group promotes audio owned and operated by commercial radio broadcasters, including podcasts and on-demand streaming services.
- Feb 9, 2023: The Audio Content Fund, a UK government-funded grant which paid for audio content to be made for radio and podcast, has been praised as good value for money by an independent report. However, there is a lack of clear commitment to future funding from the government, which was described by the CEO of Radiocentre as a missed opportunity.
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