The BBC ends its long-wave radio transmissions in the UK, turning off what it describes as its final long-wave service after almost a century of broadcasting. Multiple outlets report that the service is being discontinued permanently, with operations ending for good rather than replaced by another long-wave frequency. The BBC’s long-wave service has been running since before World War II, and the shutdown marks the end of a long-established analogue broadcast era.
Reports also note the BBC’s broader shift toward newer listening technologies. Tech coverage says the BBC effectively encourages remaining long-wave listeners to move to digital alternatives, reflecting wider industry changes in how radio is distributed and consumed. While the coverage focuses on the historical significance of the switch-off, it also frames the move as part of ongoing modernization of radio services.
Overall, sources agree on the key point: the BBC has turned off its last long-wave broadcasts after decades of service, ending a legacy platform for listeners who relied on long-wave radio.
