OFCOM Awards 5 year License

107 Meridian FM – on air in East Grinstead and the surrounding villages since 2008 – is set to continue into the next decade, following the award of its new Community Radio license from government regulator Ofcom. 

Station Chairman, Richard Leader, comments:

“We’re excited to be given another 5 year license to broadcast in our community. The last 5 year term hasn’t been easy, given we went into lockdown within a month of it starting – but our amazing team kept us broadcasting throughout.  

Since then, we have continued to work with the community, delivering programming covering local business, charities and sports. The team and I are passionate that we continue to build on our hyper-local approach showcasing all that this great community has to offer.”

Meridian broadcasts live 24*7 on 107fm locally but also online through the website (www.meridianfm.com), radio apps such as TuneIn and on smart speakers. 

Meridian’s Managing Director, Jeannie Bizzell says:

“Meridian FM is a valuable resource in the area, providing a platform for people young and old to improve communication skills and to share their passions. 

We are entirely run by volunteers who love the community and have a passion for radio. Over the next few months, we will be taking a long look at our studio set-up, our programming, advertising and events management offerings, to ensure we have the best possible platform for the next 5 years.

If you’d like to get involved or have comments or questions about the station, now is the time to get in touch! Please drop me an email at admin@meridianfm.com and let’s have a chat.”

Meridian’s programming includes shows dedicated to local music, local issues and interviews, health and well-being, sports and a wide range of specialist music. 

Richard Leader says, “we can’t predict everything that will happen over the next 5 years, but we do know that if it happens in the East Grinstead area, Meridian FM will be there!”