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Date set for Global Radio’s CC tribunal
The date has been set for the Global Radio v Competition Commission tribunal case event, set to take place in London next month.
Global objects Competition Commission rule
The recent decision by the Competition Commission saying Global Radio must sell radio stations in seven markets is being challenged.
Real uses fake caller for breakfast quiz
Real Radio Northwest has been found in breach of Ofcom rules for using a station employee to pose as a caller on a breakfast show competition.
Real & Smooth’s journey under Global Radio
Almost a year after Global Radio bought the Guardian’s radio assets, Real and Smooth Ltd has seen a number of on-air and off-air changes.
John Simons to leave Real after 13 years
Real and Smooth Radio Group Programme Director John Simons is leaving the group after 13 years in charge of programming.
Real XS team depart Manchester station
A number of presenters and producers have left Real Radio XS in Manchester, with two more departures announced this week.
The Dark Side of the Moon for Smooth 70s
Smooth 70s is celebrating the 40th anniversary of Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon album by playing it in full.
Radiodays: Future of brands reinforced
The importance of commercial radio brands was demonstrated at Radiodays Europe today by Real and Smooth Group PD John Simons.
Global Radio competitors comment on GMG
Global Radio’s competitors have had their say on the takeover of GMG Radio, with mixed reaction from Orion Media, UKRD & More.
Local businesses support Global GMG deal
Various local businesses across the UK have offered their support for Global Radio’s complete takeover of the former GMG Radio business.
Real Radio XS plans Manchester Mockfest
Possibly up-for-sale radio station Real XS has announced plans for its 3rd annual rock festival taking place in Manchester city centre.
Bauer suggests Global sells GMG stations
Bauer Media’s response to the Competition Commission’s provisional findings and possible remedies to Global Radio’s GMG Radio takeover have been published.
Global Radio offers to sell XS & Gold EM
Global Radio’s response to the Competition Commission’s provisional findings show how the company is prepared to sell three radio stations.
Ofcom agrees Real Radio Scotland changes
Real Scotland has been granted a Format change, to provide extra Scottish news and features, but only if the takeover by Global Radio is agreed.
Real and Smooth recognised in Hollywood
Real and Smooth Radio has been recognised as one of the best radio group’s in the world at the Worldwide Radio Summit Awards.
Former GMG Radio duo in digital start-up
A new consultancy has been set up by GMG Radio’s ex-Head of Digital, Richard Lucas and business partner Ian Patterson, also a former GMG’er.
CC delays Global GMG takeover decision
The decision on whether Global Radio can take over all GMG Radio assets has been delayed, with a final decision not expected till May 22nd.
Bauer and Orion made bids for GMG Radio
Documents made public by the Competition Commission confirm both Bauer Media and Orion Media tabled bids for GMG Radio before it was sold to Global Radio.
Global Radio survey labelled as unreliable
A survey conducted on behalf of Global Radio in its takeover attempt of Real and Smooth has been labelled as “poor quality” and “particularly unreliable”.
Real and Smooth presents £1m to charity
Real and Smooth Radio have presented a cheque for over £1million to the Help for Heroes charity after four years of fundraising.
CC offers three options for Global Radio
The Competition Commission has offered three possible remedies for how Global Radio can overcome the provisional findings for taking over RSL.
Provisional decision for Global GMG deal
The Competition Commission has released its provisional findings for the Global Radio / GMG Radio takeover inquiry .
New job for former GMG Radio boss Taylor
GMG Radio’s former Chief Executive Stuart Taylor has joined worldwide media planning company Kinetic as UK CEO.
Ofcom wants to change Real Radio Formats
Regulator Ofcom is proposing to change the Format of Real Radio to make sure news is treated as an important ingredient, pending change of ownership.
Kiss FM appears on national Digital One
London-based Kiss FM UK has appeared on the national Digital One DAB multiplex, as Smooth Xmas ceased transmission for a second year.
Second visiting professor title for Myers
Former GMG Radio Chief Executive and Sony Awards Chairman John Myers has been appointed as a visiting professor at the University of Sunderland.
Glen Hunt moves to Real Radio NW breakfast
Real Radio North West’s Hometime presenter Glen Hunt is making to move to breakfast, following Sam Walker’s decision to leave the station after nine months.
Competition Commission gives GMG update
The Competition Commission has released a Statement of Issues on the investigation into the acquisition by Global Radio of GMG Radio Holdings.
Dave Shearer goes from GMG to dmg Radio
Former Wave 105 and Real Radio Programme Director Dave Shearer is moving to Australia to join dmg Radio’s Nova 919 in Adelaide.
More changes for Real Radio NW Breakfast
One-half of Real Radio North West’s breakfast show Sam Walker is leaving the station to join BBC Radio Manchester for mid-mornings.
