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BBC
WM - more listeners tuning in
There
has been a huge jump in the number of listeners tuning into BBC
WM each week, according to the latest official figures released
today by RAJAR (Radio Joint Audience Research).
The
figures show that BBC WM has an audience of 373,000 each week -
that's an extra 100,000 listeners since the last quarter and 75,000
listeners when compared to a year ago.
The
station's share of listening in its catchment area is up to 9.3%
too - an increase of 3.1% on the last quarter, and 1.6% year on
year.
Keith
Beech, Managing Editor, BBC WM, says: "We're very pleased that
people are returning to the station to hear what we have to offer.
"The
figures show we're in a strong position in the area, and with our
new schedule starting next month - when Adrian Goldberg takes over
the Breakfast Show - we look forward to building on these results
even further."
Andy
Griffee, Controller, BBC English Regions, adds: "Today's RAJAR
figures again show that BBC Local Radio is doing a great job of
connecting with the audiences we serve.
"BBC
Local Radio reaches millions and is a lifeline to many. I would
like to thank the extraordinary people who work so hard to produce
the exceptional, quality service we offer for another great showing."
Notes
to Editors
Record
share for BBC Radio
Get
up with Goldberg on BBC WM (25.04.03)
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