Isles.fm
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isles fm - community radio from Stornoway, Isle of Lewis
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The idea for Isles FM came about in 1986 after the BBC's Gaelic radio service was centralised in Inverness and became a national service. Previously, there had been opt-out programmes, in Gaelic and English, specifically for the islands.
A group of enthusiasts met led by local Episcopalian minister Reverend Stanley Bennie and decided to explore the possibilities of a community station. They had several temporary broadcast licences, for just a few weeks at a time - and broadcasting from Mr Bennie's dining room.
A company was formed and Mr Bennie, as managing director, led the many and protracted negotiations until the Radio Authority eventually granted a standard eight-year licence to begin broadcasting to the Isle of Lewis area mainly.
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