Matt Payton

Ofcom sets out initial rules to protect radio on smart speakers Ofcom proposes new rules to protect radio access on Alexa, Siri and Google Assistant as smart speaker listening continues to grow

Ofcom proposes new rules to protect radio access on Alexa, Siri and Google Assistant as smart speaker listening continues to grow

Tuning In 2025 proves how audio amplifies advertising Radiocentre’s Tuning In 2025 conference took place in London’s Kings Place last week under the theme ‘Advertising Amplified’ - watch the videos here

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Public value impact of commercial radio is stronger than ever - Radiocentre A new report examining the output and impact of commercial radio across the UK has found its public value role for audiences is greater than it has ever been. With...

At @radiocentre.org we're proud to work in an industry that not only provides music and entertainment to millions, but is also a force for good in society www.radiocentre.org/public-value...

Ofcom urged to ensure BBC DAB stations carry news bulletins Radiocentre wants new BBC DAB+ stations to carry regular news bulletins

Ofcom urged to ensure BBC DAB stations carry news bulletins radiotoday.co.uk/2025/05/ofco...

A welcome decision by Ofcom to propose that the BBC's Radio 2 extension and 5LiveSX changes should NOT go ahead
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Radiocentre and commercial radio support DEC Myanmar appeal - Radiocentre Radiocentre is helping to co-ordinate the latest appeal by the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) across commercial radio and audio to help people affected by the earthquake in Myanmar. The new […]

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Commercial radio ad revenue increased by 3.2% in 2024 The figures compiled by Radiocentre show revenue has almost returned to its high of 2022.

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Commercial radio welcomes BBC scrapping proposals to introduce ads in podcasts - Radiocentre The commercial radio industry has welcomed confirmation from the BBC that it will drop its proposals to introduce ads in podcasts on third-party platforms in the UK. After months of […]

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Key takeaways from Tuning In North - The Media Leader Alongside Radiocentre's new research, Bauer urged the industry to focus on trusted media, agencies discussed integrating audio into media plans and System1 explored creative consistency.

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Radio can continue to thrive in turbulent times - Radiocentre As we begin a new year it’s tempting to look ahead and make predictions about the future. Some of this is sensible planning, scanning the horizon for challenges and opportunities. […]

Radiocentre CEO @matt-payton.bsky.social reflects on 2025, urging a focus on what we can control. For radio, that means building on record audiences, growing revenues, and innovation. Read more: www.radiocentre.org/radio-can-co...

Blog: Radio can continue to thrive in turbulent times Radiocentre’s CEO Matt Payton has penned his thoughts on radio’s challenges and opportunities in 2025

I wrote a few words for @radio.today on how radio can continue to thrive in turbulent times. Includes suggestions on how to stop worrying about Trump, Musk and macro trends by focusing on what we can realistically influence and control. Made me feel better anyway! radiotoday.co.uk/2025/01/blog...

Blog: Radio can continue to thrive in turbulent times Radiocentre’s CEO Matt Payton has penned his thoughts on radio’s challenges and opportunities in 2025

I wrote a few words for @radio.today on how radio can continue to thrive in turbulent times. Includes suggestions on how to stop worrying about Trump, Musk and macro trends by focusing on what we can realistically influence and control. Made me feel better anyway! radiotoday.co.uk/2025/01/blog...

Radiocentre welcomes full Ofcom review of proposed BBC radio stations - Radiocentre The announcement today (19th December) that UK media regulator Ofcom is launching a comprehensive and independent assessment into the BBC’s plans to launch four new music radio stations has been […]

Radiocentre welcomes full Ofcom review of proposed BBC radio stations @radiocentre.org www.radiocentre.org/radiocentre-...

2024 has been a landmark year for commercial radio and audio - with @radiocentre.org working hard to get industry influencers and decision makers to see radio differently. All summed up in our top line annual review www.radiocentre.org/wp-content/u...

Commercial radio calls on Ofcom to reject BBC spin-off plans - The Media Leader The BBC concluded its public interest process this week and the media regulator will now begin its own assessment.

Even our friends at the BBC agree that these new radio services will have a negative impact on commercial stations. They believe that it's a price worth paying and limited in scale. We don't. Now over to @ofcom.bsky.social to make the final decision. uk.themedialeader.com/commercial-r...

BBC’s digital radio spin-offs could cost commercial stations £70m Trade body warns of closures and a ‘chilling effect’ on investment in commercial radio if Radio 1, Radio 2 and Radio 3 derivatives go ahead

BBC’s digital radio spin-offs could cost commercial stations £70m www.thetimes.com/uk/media/art...

Hello 👋 I’m new on here and still working it out, but ultimately it feels like the other place has lost its way and just not that useful any more. I’m not prolific but will post stuff on radio, audio, tech, politics - as well as occasional nonsense on @astonvillaofficial.bsky.social