Radio 1

Question 1

when was radio 1 created

Answer 1

• 1967

Question 2

what makjes the BBC unique

Answer 2

• has been around for 50 years - shows UK public’s loyalty
• the friendly + familiar presenters voices create a unique consumer base
• no ads/ publicly owned
• British values/ culture
• aims to inform, educate and entertain

Question 3

name threats to the BBC

Answer 3

• Spotify
• social media providing news
• lack of loyalty from younger audiences
• commercial challenges
• other media outlets criticising their public image
• evolving audience tastes
• mistrust after scandals (e.g. Huw Edwards)

Question 3

why was BBC Radio 1 created

Answer 3

• the Gov requested it to be made after the banning of pirate radio stations
• these were unlicensed radio stations which played new music, making the BBC annoyed

Question 4

the monthly _______ ____ is more expensive than all streaming services

Answer 4

• the monthly license fee is more expensive than all streaming services

Question 5

______ people are convicted for TV license fee evasion per week

Answer 5

• 1,000 people are convicted for TV license fee evasion per week

Question 5

2023: _-24yr olds listened on avg to _hrs of radio per week, _hrs less than an adult

Answer 5

• 2023: 15-24yr olds listened on avg to 14hrs of radio per week, 7hrs less than an adult

Question 6

what is the BBCs effect on the UK economy

Answer 6

• for very £1 invested into the BBC, £1.63 is put into the UK economy

Question 7

outline the 5 public purposes of the BBC

Answer 7

1) to show the most creative, highest quality, and distinctive output
2) to provide impartial news
3) to support learning for people of all ages
4) to reflect, represent and serve the diverse communities
5) top reflect the UK and its culture + values to the world

Question 8

outline the R1 Breakfast Show remit

Answer 8

• to entertain + engage a broad range of listeners with a distinctive mix of music and speech
• the TA is 15-29yr olds
• should offer a range of new music, support emerging artists (esp those from the UK) and provide a platform for live music
• news, documentaries + advice campaigns should be relevant to young adults

Question 9

outline the political context for the R1 BS

Question 10

outline the economic context for the R1 BS