Christian radio station to hit the airwaves  

Irish Examiner - 26/07/2006 - 11:44:13 AM

Ireland’s first Christian radio station will hit the airwaves next year.

The Broadcasting Commission of Ireland (BCI) today started advertising for applications to run the quasi-national religious broadcasting service.

Focusing on general religious affairs, the dedicated station will target listeners over the age of 15.

A 10-year contract will be awarded to the successful broadcaster.

A BCI spokesman said broadcasting hours and a launch date will be decided on following detailed submissions from applicants.

Broadcast primarily on the AM band – with supplemental low power VHF-FM transmitter stations – it is hoped it will reach almost every household in the country.

The application process is expected to take up to six months to complete.