BBC local radio programming

Early day motion 550, tabled 7 November 2022 by Karl Turner (Labour). Signed by 54 members.

That this House condemns the proposed cuts to BBC local radio programming which will see programming shared between regions after 2pm and on weekends; applauds the role of BBC local radio stations in democratic accountability, combating isolation and responding to crises such as covid-19 and local emergencies; questions for what reason the BBC’s digital first strategy is at the expense of a vital part of local media infrastructure; notes with concern that staff whose jobs are at risk found out about the plans through the media; stands with members of the National Union of Journalists resisting the planned cuts; and urges the BBC to consult local radio listeners and licence fee payers before making permanent changes.

Signatures by party: Labour 33, Liberal Democrat 8, Conservative 3, Labour/Co-operative 3, Plaid Cymru 3, DUP 1, Green 1, Independent 1, Scottish National Party 1.