Local digital radio multiplex licence for Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire advertised

Ofcom, UK communications regulator, advertises new local digital radio multiplex licence for Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire, including the Unitary Authorities of Luton and Milton Keynes.

It is estimated that this multiplex could reach an adult population of 1,829,000. The closing date for the receipt of applications is Tuesday 13 March 2007.

Yet more Digital One transmitters turned on

Two new transmitters have been added to the Digital One, the UK's national commercial digital radio network. The Coventry transmitter improves coverage to the city and the surrounding area.

A transmitter at Sewards End brings coverage to Saffron Walden and the surrounding parts of East Anglia with a gross population of 258,000.

Ofcom updates DAB technical policy guidance

Ofcom has updated its Digital Technical Code and issued new technical policy guidance for DAB multiplex licensees. The documents can be found one the Ofcom web site.

Separately, Ofcom has also today published the Formats for all DAB stations in the UK that are also available online.

Ofcom advertises new national radio multiplex licence

OFCOM, the regulator responsible fro licensing UK broadcasts has advertises new DAB national radio multiplex licence. Applications for the 12 year licence must be submitted by 28th March 2007. More information is available on the Ofcom web site.

Virgin Radio transmitter map goes live

Virgin Radio, the UK national commercial rock station, has launched an interactive map showing it's analogue and DAB transmitters, along with up to date maintenance information. The map can be viewed on the Virgin Radio web site.

More Digital One transmitters turned on

Digital one have turned on new DAB transmitters in Colchester, Mansfield, Bradford and Loughborough, making a total of 110 across the UK.

Pure Oasis weatherproof digital radio product recall

Pure are recalling all Oasis weatherproof digital radios because of a failure in the rechargeable batteries contained within the sealed unit.

Owners are advised to immediately switch off the unit, unplug it from the mains and open all four of the rubber stoppers on the right side of the radio.

Free collection and repair of the radio can be obtained by calling Pure on 0800 019 5657 or emailing oasis@pure.com. More information is available on the Pure web site.