Express FM Radio shortlisted for 'Station of the Year' in UK Community Radio Awards

The community radio station has been at the heart of the community for almost two decades - and the team of dedicated radio presenters have been recognised for their incredible work. The Portsmouth-based station has been shortlisted for the prestigious award in the UK Community Radio Awards and it will be going up against some of the best in the industry.

Harrison RB, Express FM content manager, said: “We are absolutely thrilled to have been nominated and highlighted as what judges from across the UK radio industry have deemed to be one of the six best community stations in the entire country in 2024.

“It is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our amazing team, most of whom are volunteers, but fundamentally recognition for the people of Portsmouth.”

The awards were established to showcase and acknowledge the hard work that goes into running a community radio station. This year, the award ceremony will take place on November 16 in Cardiff and the team will be attending to see if Express will be crowned station of the year.

Hannah Roper, Express Country presenter and creative director of Portsmouth’s annual Country On The Coast event has also been nominated for ‘Best Radio Presenter” and “Best Festival’ at the British Country Music Association Awards.

Hannah said: “With the rise of the popularity of country music, and so much influence from the US scene, it is amazing to be able to celebrate our own homegrown talent from right here in the UK, and to be celebrated in the same space as so many artists and industry professionals that I admire is something to be proud of.”

Harrison added: “Thank you for sharing your stories with us and for putting your trust in us. We look forward to proudly flying the flag for our city at the Community Radio Awards ceremony in Cardiff later this year.”

For more information about the UK Community Radio Awards, click here.