SBC 96.5



SBC 96.5 (previously just SBC Radio) is a Northern Irish national radio station operated by SBC.

About
The station is broadcast in association with the rest of SBC Northern Ireland, the holders of the Northern Ireland Network Six franchise. The station focuses on news and current affairs during the day. During the evenings and at night more air time is filled with music and entertainment.

History
A radio station was always part of the long term goals of SBC in Northern Ireland. After failing to win the Ofcom licence for Belfast's 105.8 MHz (which was awarded to UTV plc) the plans were put on hold. A second opportunity arose in 2006 when Ofcom announced a new province-wide station 96.5 MHz. Ofcom awarded the 96.5 FM radio licence to SBC Radio in 2006. Under network rules the station required the approval of the network's authority. SBC 96.5 was approved by the Sixth Channel Authority in 2007. In 2007 it was announced that Taff Media would provide the station with national and international news coverage, expanding the coverage from primarily local news.

Weekdays

 * 06.00 Six O'Clock News The latest news.
 * 06.30 Daybreak Your morning digest of news, sport, weather and business, with a spreading of good craic.
 * 10.00 Josh Anderson Live Your opinion required! News and gossip, the best way to start your day.
 * 12.00 Noon News The latest news.
 * 13.00 Afternoon Edition with Lindsey O'Connell, analysis of the days news.
 * 16.00 Four O'Clock News The latest news.
 * 16.30 Ken & Jen A little something to lighten your journey home. Ken Murphy and Jennifer Keeting
 * 19.00 Me Time Sit back, relax and enjoy the tunes.
 * 22.00 Nightline News, sport and you opinion.
 * 23.00 Play Radio ''Alex He presents the music show for fans.
 * 01.00 SBC 96.5 Nighttime Music throughout the night, headlines every 15 mins.