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Rolling out small-scale DAB to six more areas

Ofcom recently awarded (05 May 2026) small-scale DAB multiplex licences for six more areas across the UK.

Small-scale DAB is an innovative technology which provides a low-cost way for local commercial, community and specialist music services to take to the digital airwaves.

So far, 105 multiplexes have been launched, supporting a wide range of hyperlocal digital radio stations broadcasting to listeners across all four nations of the UK.

Following a competitive process, where each applicant was judged against specific criteria, multiplex licences have been awarded for the following five areas:

 

Channel website: https://www.ofcom.org.uk/

Original article link: https://www.ofcom.org.uk/tv-radio-and-on-demand/digital-radio/rolling-out-small-scale-dab-to-six-more-areas

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