blimey... some vociferous responses there!
I'm quite happy with R1, its better than the mine numbingly dull commercial radio offerings
I also listen R4 and watch BBC 3
The only DAB station I liked, Chill FM, went off air. It smacks the face of the digital switch over as there wont be anything digital to switch over to...
on a wider note:
The BBC make a hell of a lot of money syndicating programs around the world and have every right to be as big as they are.
ITV et al are only whinging because their income has dropped with the recession, thats the nature of business. ITV used to be good but diluting their brand hasnt helped whilst the BBC has been successful
I couldnt live without the BBC, they have done a lot for broadcasting in general. We have them to thank for broadcasting standards and technology.
OK we have to pay the tax/ licence - I dont care, I'd rather that than live in Murdoch world.