BBC Radio 1 - Wednesday 16th Nov. 2022 Flashcards
What is a Public Service Broadcaster (PSB)
Refers to broadcasting intended for public benefit rather than to serve purely commercial interests
How does the BBC fall under a PSB
It is regulated by Ofcom so that it fulfils its public service remit (inform, educate, entertain)
BBC founded
1922
BBC’s 5 public purposes
(as per the Royal Charter)
-provide impartial news and information
-support learning for people of all ages
-show the most creative, high quality and distinctive output and services
-reflect, represent and serve the diverse communities of the United Kingdom
-reflect the United Kingdom, its culture and values to the world
BBC’s mission
high-quality material which inform, educate and entertain audiences
BBC’s vision
be the most creative organisation in the world
BBC’s values
Audience, creativity, trust, respect, accountable and One BBC
How is the BBC regulated
The BBC is regulated by Ofcom, which became the BBC’s regulator in 2017
How is the BBC funded
Funded through the licence fee (£147 per year for colour TV) as it is a PSB
Where does BBC produce content
television, radio and online content
What is BBC Radio 1’s “remit”
-Entertain and engage a wide range of young listeners through a mix of contemporary music (and speech)
-Offer a range of new music and support upcoming (especially) UK artists
-News, documentaries and advice campaigns should cover areas of relevance to young adults
BBC Radio 1 audience
16-25 years old
Difference between competitors
Competitors use advertisements to fund their shows:
-More advertisements
-Less British artists (still have to fulfil a remit)
Why R1 sometimes struggles to be recognised as a PSB?
It can be argued that R1 doesn’t educate audiences (enough) to be considered a PSB
Information on content of the Radio 1 Breakfast Show episode we listened to, including % of British music and other public service elements:
-2/3 of music was by UK artists
-News (inform) every 30 minutes to hour
-Trailer for R1 shows (adverts for itself)
-Identity jingles
-Chats and features
