C-DSP licence applications
Published: 1 March 2024
Last updated: 1 October 2026
This page provides a copy of any community digital sound programme (C-DSP) application which has been submitted to Ofcom.
Apply for a small-scale radio multiplex or digital sound programme service licence
Published: 6 October 2023
Last updated: 28 September 2026
Everything you will need to apply for a small-scale DAB multiplex or digital sound programme service licence.
Consultation: Code of Practice for Designated Radio Selection Services
Published: 14 September 2026
The Media Act 2024 introduced a new regulatory framework for internet radio delivered through voice assistants to safeguard audiences’ access to broadcast radio streamed online.
Statement: Small-scale DAB coverage change - Southampton
Published: 28 July 2026
Last updated: 11 September 2026
This consultation seeks views on a request to change the area to be served by the Southampton small-scale radio multiplex service.
Small-scale multiplex applications and awards
Published: 5 February 2024
Last updated: 17 August 2026
A list of small-scale radio multiplex licence applications that have been submitted to Ofcom, and details of licences we have awarded.
Small-scale DAB nationwide roll out success
Published: 24 June 2026
Ofcom has today awarded small-scale DAB multiplex licences for six more areas in the UK, drawing the successful nationwide rollout programme to a close.
Statement: Digital radio multiplex information requirements
Published: 10 September 2025
Last updated: 4 June 2026
Ofcom is consulting on proposals that multiplex operators must publish up to date ‘rate cards’ about the payments to be made by radio stations seeking carriage on the multiplex.
Top trends from our latest audio listening research
Published: 20 May 2026
Today we’ve published our latest research into the audio listening habits of people in the UK.
Audio listening in the UK
Published: 15 April 2024
Last updated: 20 May 2026
This report outlines the findings from Ofcom research into people’s audio habits: what they listen to, how they’re listening and why.
Rolling out small-scale DAB to six more areas
Published: 5 May 2026
Ofcom has today awarded small-scale DAB multiplex licences for six more areas across the UK.