Jorvik Radio

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Jorvik Radio
Frequency94.8 MHz
RDSJorvik
Programming
FormatHot AC
Ownership
OwnerJorvik Radio Ltd
History
First air date
4 November 2019 (2019-11-04)
Technical information
Power100 watts
Links
Websitejorvikradio.com

Jorvik Radio is a community radio station[1] based in the city of York, in North Yorkshire. The studios are located in Burnholme, York.[2] It takes its name from Jorvik, the historical Viking name for York.

The station launched at 07:00 on 4 November 2019;[3] the first song played on air was Shed Seven's 'Disco Down'.[citation needed]

Programming

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As a community radio service, Jorvik Radio originates all of its own programming.[4]

According to the station's "Key Commitments" statement, it is required to broadcast information that covers community sports, the arts, commerce, current affairs, diversity, and faith.[5]

Transmission

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The station broadcasts via FM on a frequency of 94.8 MHz with an ERP of 100 watts,[6] and online.[7] Its transmitter site is located on a residential building to the west of the city centre.[8]

References

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  1. ^ "Ofcom | Community Radio Stations". static.ofcom.org.uk. Retrieved 3 May 2023.
  2. ^ "Jorvik Radio Contact Us". jorvikradio.com. Retrieved 30 August 2021.
  3. ^ Smith, Graeme (2 October 2019). "Jorvik Radio to Launch on 4 November". York Calling. Retrieved 18 July 2023.
  4. ^ "Going live in weeks – York's new radio station reveals start date and frequency". YorkMix. 2 October 2019. Retrieved 30 August 2021.
  5. ^ "Jorvik Radio - Key Commitments" (PDF). Ofcom. 4 November 2019.
  6. ^ "Technical parameters for broadcast radio transmitters". Ofcom. 5 August 2021. Retrieved 30 August 2021.
  7. ^ "Jorvik Radio | The Soundtrack to Your Day | 94.8FM, Online, App & Smart Speakers". Jorvik Radio. Retrieved 4 May 2023.
  8. ^ "mb21 - The Transmission Gallery". tx.mb21.co.uk. Retrieved 30 August 2021.

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