Heart FM licence change bid sends news media bad signals (opens original article in a new tab)

Heart FM's bid to amend its radio licence has raised concerns among news media about potential cuts to editorial operations and diversity in broadcasting.

• Heart FM applied to reduce its news broadcasting obligations under its licence
• Heart FM also sought to remove requirements for appointing women on-air presenters and employee training investments
• News media organizations expressed concerns that the licence changes could harm independent news and diversity in media