Wythenshawe FM
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History
The first iteration of Wythenshawe FM began on 25 May 2000.[1]
In 2014, Wythenshawe FM was awarded the Queen's Award for Voluntary service.Script error: No such module "Unsubst".
In 2021, the station breached the conditions of its OFCOM license by failing to submit its financial reports on time.[2]
In October 2023, the station began broadcasting on DAB across south Manchester, Tameside, Stockport and the High Peak.[3]
In 2024, the station was one of 14 nationwide to receive funding from Ofcom.[4]
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