Vectis Radio Shortlisted For 2023 Community Radio Awards

The shortlist for the 2023 Community Radio Awards, sponsored by Aiir, has been revealed - with local community station Vectis Radio receiving six nominations across five categories.

For the the third consecutive year Vectis Radio has been nominated for Community Station of The Year.

The Vectis Radio 4ps Training School has received two nominations in the Community Impact Project of the Year, one for its work with young people and one for the work it does with Adult Learning; additionally, The Short Breaks Takeover show is nominated in the Community Show of the Year category.

In the personal awards, Maggie Currie has been nominated in the Volunteer of the Year category, whilst Phil Norris receives a nomination as Newcomer of the year.

Station Manager Ian said:

“Three consecutive nominations for "Station of the Year" highlight our remarkable consistency. It's an honour to broadcast on our beautiful Island and celebrate our team's fantastic accomplishments.

"Regardless of the outcome in Newcastle, our standing in the radio industry speaks volumes about our dedication and effectiveness, we must be doing something right!"

Fellow Director, Kelvin Currie, added:

"This is wonderful news, a testament to the hard work and dedication not only of the station management team, but to the presenters who keep our output fresh every day.

"Good luck to all the nominees and we'll see you in Newcastle."

The winners will be revealed in an evening ceremony in Newcastle-upon-Tyne on November 4, hosted alongside the annual UK Community Radio Network conference, taking place in the daytime.