HFM Secures Ten-Year Broadcasting Licence Extension

HFM will continue broadcasting across Market Harborough and the surrounding area for at least another ten years after securing an extension to its broadcasting licence.

The renewal comes ahead of HFM celebrating its 20th birthday next year, having launched full-time in February 2007.

It is the fourth time HFM has successfully secured a licence extension from regulator Ofcom, with previous extensions awarded in five-year terms.

L-R HFM staff and volunteers Will Norton, Chris Jones, Owen Brooks and Barry Badger

HFM Director and Programme Controller Chris Jones says the decision is a major milestone for the station:

The announcement has prompted messages of congratulations from listeners and supporters, as well as local political leaders.

Harborough District Council leader Cllr Simon Whelband welcomed the news:

HFM presenters Pat Stones and Owen Brooks

Cllr Phil Knowles, leader of the opposition at Harborough District Council, also congratulated the station:

HFM’s Graham Beeby speak to Olympic swimmer Rebecca Adlington during a live broadcast from Harborough Leisure Centre

The licence extension means HFM can continue providing local news, information, entertainment and community programming across the area for the next decade.