David Lloyd, radio consultant: BBC cuts, future of local radio, Ofcom’s oversight

David Lloyd, broadcasting consultant, former regulator and co-founder of Boom Radio, discusses the government’s £6 million local journalism fund and the difference targeted support can make to small local projects. He also considers why further BBC local radio cuts have reignited questions about local voices and community connection, possible ways to support local audio, and Ofcom’s role in overseeing BBC local radio. To support our journalism and receive a weekly blog sign up now for £1.99 per month www.patreon.com/BeebWatch/membership @beebwatch.bsky.social @BeebRoger Instagram: rogerboltonsbeebwatch LinkedIn: Roger Bolton's Beeb Watch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.