CHILDREN
For programmes targeted at a young audience, primarily for entertainment and
interest, rather than where the objective is to educate.
SOCIAL
Programmes about people and things that influence them individually or in
groups. Includes: sociology, history, geography, psychology and society.
RELIGION
Any aspect of beliefs and faiths, involving a God or Gods, the nature of
existence and ethics.
PHONE IN
Involving members of the public expressing their views either by phone or at
a public forum.
TRAVEL
Features and programmes concerned with travel to near and far destinations,
package tours and travel ideas and opportunities. Not for use for
announcements about problems, delays, or roadworks affecting immediate
travel where TP/TA should be used.
LEISURE
Programmes concerned with recreational activities in which the listener might
participate. Examples include, Gardening, Fishing, Antique collecting,
Cooking, Food & Wine, etc.
JAZZ
Polyphonic, syncopated music characterised by improvisation.
COUNTRY
Songs which originate from, or continue the musical tradition of the American
Southern States. Characterised by a straightforward melody and narrative
story line.
NATION M
Current Popular Music of the Nation or Region in that country’s language, as
opposed to International “Pop” which is usually US or UK inspired and in
English.
OLDIES
Music from the so-called “golden age” of popular music.
FOLK M
Music which has its roots in the musical culture of a particular nation, usually
played on acoustic instruments. The narrative or story may be based on
historical events or people.
DOCUMENT
Programme concerned with factual matters, presented in an investigative
style.
TEST
Broadcast when testing emergency broadcast equipment or receivers.
ALARM!
Emergency announcement made under exceptional circumstances to give
warning of events causing danger of a general nature.
NONE
No programme type (receive only).
TP
Broadcasts which carry traffic announcements.
TA
Traffic announcements are being broadcast.
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