Radio Research

When did the BBC start broadcasting Radio?
In 1922, the British Broadcasting Company (BBC) began its daily radio transmissions, and "listening in" to the wireless quickly became a social and cultural phenomenon in the UK. They had 9 main radio stations around Britain with only a 20 mile radius, they focused on showing local talent.

When and why did Radio 1 start broadcasting?
Radio 1 was launched at 7:00 am on Saturday 30 September 1967. The first DJ to broadcast on the new station was Tony Blackburn, whose cheery style, first heard on Radio Caroline and Radio London, won him the prime slot on what became known as the "Radio 1 Breakfast Show". Radio 1 started after the banning of pirate radio start ions such as radio Caroline. 

What is the Licence Fee and how much is it?
Standard T.v License is - 3= 145.50 a which is  #12.13 a month and 40p a day, this provides you with T.V, radio and online content.  What is the Royal Charter?
The Royal Charter is the constitutional basis for the BBC. It sets out the public purposes of the BBC, guarantees its independence, and outlines the duties of the Trust and the Executive Board. The current Charter runs until 31 December 2016.

What is the BBC Trust?

The BBC Trust is the governing body of the BBC, and they make sure the BBC delivers there mission.

What is the BBC's Mission?
The BBC's mission is "To enrich people's lives with programmes and services that inform, educate and entertain."
What are the BBC's Values?

• Trust is the foundation of the BBC: we are independent, impartial and honest.
• Audiences are at the heart of everything we do.
• We take pride in delivering quality and value for money.
• Creativity is the lifeblood of our organisation.
• We respect each other and celebrate our diversity so that everyone can give their best.
• We are one BBC: great things happen when we work together.

What is the difference between national and local BBC radio?
 
What percentage of the population listen to BBC radio?