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Podcasting and Audio Officially Recognised in UK SIC 2026 Framework
AudioUK today announces a landmark development for the UK podcast and audio industry, as the UK Government has confirmed that “Podcast and other audio publishing activities” will be formally recognised within the Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) 2026...
AudioUK at The Podcast Show 2026 – Full Session Details
We're gearing up for a very busy programme at The Podcast Show when the global podcasting community descends on the Business Design Centre in London from 20 to 21 May. AudioUK is at the heart of the programme, co-hosting the Indie Business Stage again and curating a...
AudioUK Appoints Chris Baughen as Chief Executive Officer
AudioUK, the body dedicated to advancing the podcast and audio industry announces the appointment of Chris Baughen as its new Chief Executive Officer. The appointment comes at a pivotal moment for the industry, as podcasting and audio continue to expand commercially...
DCMS Survey: Shaping Policy for the UK Podcasting and Audio Industry
AudioUK is assisting the Department of Culture Media and Sport (DCMS) with a research project into the size and scale of the UK’s podcasting and audio industry. This important study will help the UK government review and shape future policy for our industry. DCMS has...
AudioUK and PRX Announce Programming for 2026 Podcast Creator Summit in London
Public media organisation PRX - bringing acclaimed podcasts and radio to millions - and AudioUK - the industry body dedicated to advancing podcasting and audio - today announced programming for the 2026 Podcast Creator Summit taking place in London on Friday, 6...
Speaker Lineup Announced for Audiotrain Launch Event in Edinburgh – 29th January
For our second in-person event of the year, we're delighted to be in Edinburgh for the launch of Audiotrain in Scotland. The event will be a brilliant opportunity to learn about the latest developments in the Audiotrain programme, hear from a really fantastic lineup...
Speaker Lineup Announced for Audiotrain Launch Event in Cardiff – 23rd January
We're thrilled to be launching Audiotrain, our skills and training programme for the podcast and audio industry in partnership with the BBC in Cardiff later this month. The event will be a brilliant opportunity to learn about the latest developments in the Audiotrain...
Podcasting and Audio Given Seat on the Creative Industries Council Following AudioUK Campaign
Podcasting and audio have been formally granted a seat on the Creative Industries Council (CIC), marking a major milestone for the UK’s podcasting and audio sector and a significant recognition of its creative, cultural and economic value to the UK’s creative...
AudioUK x WeDoHR: Employment Rights Bill Update – Online Event, 4th February
AudioUK has partnered with WeDoHR to deliver an online session exclusively for members addressing the upcoming changes to the Employment Rights Bill on Wednesday 4th February at 12pm. The Employment Rights Bill will pass into legislation in early 2026. This is a...
