Basingstoke Community Radio: Public Information File

1. Station Details
• Station Name: Basingstoke Community Radio
• Website:www.basingstokecommunityradio.org.uk
• Address: The Clock Tower, Chineham Shopping Centre, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG24 8BQ.
• Contact Email: info@basingstokecommunityradio.org.uk
• Phone Number: 01256 533987

2. Key Commitments
Basingstoke Community Radio is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving the residents of Basingstoke and the surrounding areas. Our core goals include:
• Providing a platform for local news, events, and community updates.
• Supporting local charities and grassroots organizations through airtime and promotion.
• Offering training and volunteering opportunities in radio production and broadcasting to local residents.
3. Programming & Music Policy
• Format: Community-focused speech and music.
• Music Policy: We play a diverse range of music, including contemporary hits, classic oldies, and dedicated genre shows (e.g., Rock, Soul, Country). We also prioritize featuring local artists and musicians from the Hampshire area.
• Speech Content: Includes local news, interviews with community leaders, weather updates, and coverage of local sports and arts.
• Language: All core programming is broadcast in English.
4. Governance & Volunteerism
The station is operated largely by a team of dedicated volunteers. We are governed by a board of directors/committee that ensures the station meets its social gain objectives and remains financially sustainable.

5. How to Complain
If you have a complaint about any aspect of our broadcast or operations, please contact us directly in the first instance:
• Contact Name: Station Manager
• Email: stationmanager@basingstokecommunityradio.org.uk
• Postal Address: The Clock Tower, Chineham Shopping Centre, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG24 8BQ.

If your complaint is related to a breach of the Ofcom Broadcasting Code and you are not satisfied with our response, you may contact Ofcom directly via their website (www.ofcom.org.uk).

6. Station News & Social Gain
Basingstoke Community Radio actively participates in local festivals, markets, and charity fundraisers. We aim to be the “voice of the town,” bridging the gap between local government, businesses, and residents.