As SRA Development Officer, my role is to provide advice and support for new and existing member stations on a wide range of issues. These include licensing, training and funding amongst others. I also maintain the SRA Wiki, a useful knowledgebase created by those in student radio for their peers, and the SRA discussion boards, a lively online community for discussing all things radio related. Every one of the 80 + student radio stations in the UK operates in a different way. This diversity gives us a great opportunity to learn from each other, sharing ideas which will benefit the UK student radio community as a whole. This year will provide a great opportunity to look to the future, and against the rapidly developing background of new broadcasting technology we need to start thinking about the best way to secure the long-term sustainability of Student Radio in the UK. If anyone has any questions on anything support related, please feel free to get in touch. All the best, Ian

[MarkF] July 23, 2008 06:21 PM Wanted: SRA Chart Coordinator

Reckon you've got what it takes to coordinate the running of a nationally syndicated show??? - we may have the position for you. The SRA is appointing a new Administrative Officer to assist with the exciting role of running our new SRA Chart Show operations. After the successful trial period, the chart will launch for real in September/October. We're looking for someone to make sure the launch is a success and ensure that the chart is operated smoothly for the new academic year. Interested? 'Read More'.

[Matt Hurst] December 17, 2007 05:37 PM New Guidance Regarding Participation of Under 18s

From an Ofcom news release: "Ofcom has today published new guidance for broadcasters on the participation of young people in programmes, reflecting its belief that consideration of their welfare should be at the heart of editorial and production decisions. The guidance follows research by Ofcom and supports the existing Broadcasting Code rules in this area. It sets out recommendations for broadcasters to assist them in complying with the Code rules on under eighteens." This will apply to any of our stations which include participaion by those under 18, and as such I would advise all affected to read the new guidance notes located here: http://www.ofcom.org.uk/tv/ifi/guidance/bguidance/guidance1.pdf

[Matt Hurst] December 14, 2007 06:58 PM Vacancy For New Officer

The SRA is appointing a new Administrative Officer to assist with the exciting role of Press, PR and Publicity operations. The job description as defined in the constitution is as follows: 1.To prepare and distribute press releases regarding Student Radio Association activities in consultation with the Executive Officers . 2.To produce publicity material promoting Student Radio Association Events and Activities to members. 3.To assist the Executive Officers in raising the profile of the Student Radio Association both internally and externally. 4.To provide promotional and publicity material in support of Student Radio Association campaigns. 5.Maintain a digital archive / catalogue of photos taken at Student Radio Association events. 6.Maintain a digital archive of press cuttings, publicity material and press releases and produce a media report on coverage. As such, all candidates need to be able to demonstrate excellant literacy and be proud about working to high standards of accuracy. Additionally, some design experience is desireable, as part of the role will include designing posters for events and supporting material (e.g. leaflets etc) for our campaigns and projects. If you would like to apply, please complete the application form (available here) and return it by email to the Development Officer to be received no later than the 31st December 2007. The Exec will make a decision within the first week of January, and the winning candidate will then need to be prepared to jump immediately into our 'Love Student Radio' campaign which is due to launch at the end of the month.

[Matt Hurst] December 13, 2007 09:36 PM Support Document Library Updated

Just a quick note to let you know that I have updated the library of support documents - particularly those relating to licenses. PPL have kindly provided an update of information relating to both their Long Term and Online Student Radio licenses, and I have also added links to the current OfCom Future of Radio Consultation and the SRA response. If there is anything else you would like to see linked from here, please let me know.

[Matt Hurst] June 30, 2007 05:01 AM Future of Radio - Consultation Response

The Student Radio Association has published it's official response to Ofcom's consultation on The Future of Radio. You can read the document here. As a brief summary, the SRA are making the following five recommendations to Ofcom: 1. That spectrum currently being used by licensed analogue radio services is preserved for as long as there are broadcasters who are unable to make the transition to digital. 2. That the terms of Long-term Restricted Service Licenses be amended, to allow stations to acknowledge listeners outside of a strictly defined site, and to allow an increase in transmission power where possible to enable student radio stations to better serve students at their institution. 3. That as VHF Band II (FM) spectrum is released by commercial and BBC stations moving to digital, it is made available for an increased number of community and long term LPFM RSL stations. 4. That it is made easier for Student Radio Stations to obtain community radio licenses; through a simplification of the application process, and a reduction of revenue restrictions. 5. That the Student Radio Association, as a body representing the interests of Student Radio Stations in the UK is invited to participate fully in any further discussions, and that student radio is given due consideration to a greater extent than at present. Read the full response here: .../files/publications/FoR_Response.doc Please feel free to comment on the response, or add your thoughts to our discussion of the consultation via the SRA online forums here: .../forums/index.php?showtopic=23712&st=0&#entry31449