Local radio is coming to Lambeth as internet based radio station Generation Radio secures a full-time 5 year AM license from radio and TV regulator Ofcom.

Generation Radio has been broadcasting 24/7 for four years on the internet for the residents and workers across Clapham Park and the surrounding area.

The station has 17 volunteers who present shows and supports the station, and has built up an average monthly listenership of 9,000. Generation Radio is now looking forward to bringing great music and community news to even more listeners.

With music from the 1960’s to today,  specialist shows including classical, hip hop, debates and discussions on  local issues,  community Interviews and promoting new music, there is something for everyone at Generation Radio.

Generation Radio Project Manager Andrew Sayers said:  “All the hard work undertaken by the team over the last four years has now paid off and we are proud and excited to be bringing real local radio to Lambeth”.

Donna C Henry Chair of the Clapham Park Project which started and continues to support Generation Radio said:  “This is a great achievement for Generation Radio and will really help the station to achieve real sustainability, bringing greater employment, training and volunteering opportunities to the people of Lambeth.”

Listen to Generation Radio online right now at www.generationradio.co.uk as we prepare for the launch of the AM station in 2011.

If anyone would like to get involved or support Generation Radio, contact Andrew Sayers on 020 8623 9421 or email: info@generationradio.co.uk