Go-ahead given for more than 20 new radio stations to be launched on DAB in NW England

The government has given the go-ahead for more than 20 new radio stations to launch in Oldham. The new digital stations will be a part of the Oldham and Rochdale small-scale DAB multiplex. Kevin Bailey, content director at Credible Focus, said: "Throughout the process, we’ve worked with smaller stations across Oldham and Rochdale, to make sure that access to the digital platform is straightforward and affordable. The multiplex is expected to increase the range of radio to listeners across Oldham, including both national and local broadcasters."

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