Public Issue Radio

Discover the intriguing world of broadcasting with Public Issue Radio by H. Chignell, published by Palgrave Macmillan in 2011. This compelling 249-page paperback delves into the complex political landscape of current affairs programming in the UK. Drawing on original and previously unseen written and sound archives, as well as insightful interviews with both former and current radio producers and presenters, Chignell explores the controversial question of political leanings within these influential programmes. The book critically examines whether Analysis served as an early platform for Thatcherite and Blairite ideologies, making it essential reading for anyone interested in media studies, political communication, and the evolution of public broadcasting. Don't miss the chance to gain a deeper understanding of the intersection between politics and radio in this thought-provoking work.