Commentary on Sections Part 3: Television and Radio Services Chapter 3: Regulatory Structure for Independent Radio Services Section 262: Community radio
570.The Secretary of State may by order modify the Act and the Broadcasting Acts to make special provision for radio services broadcast mainly for the benefit of the public (or members of a particular community) rather than for commercial reasons. The services should confer significant benefits on the public for which they are provided. The order may restrict advertising and programme sponsorship in the service.