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Digital Radio Switchover: What is in it for Consumers?

Title
Digital Radio Switchover: What is in it for Consumers?
Date
14 Sep 2010
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Publisher
Consumer Expert Group; Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS)
Category
Surveys and Reports
Subject
Broadcasting; New Technology; Radio
Inactive
No
Description
The CEG’s report presents advice and recommendations to the Government on the digital radio switchover. This includes recommendations on the consumer costs and benefits of digital radio; criteria for take-up; criteria for coverage; the problem of converting in-vehicle radios; accessibility (particularly for older and disable people); the importance of clear and widely disseminated consumer information; the need for consumer support and a help scheme.

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