About

Scratch Radio is a student and community radio station broadcasting 24 hours a day from studios based in Perry Barr, Birmingham – the only joint student and community radio station across the city.

This year is the first year that Scratch has held a license to broadcast 24 hours a day. We are only permitted to broadcast online, but that does mean that anyone, anywhere in the world can listen live to Scratch Radio.

The station is run entirely by volunteers from both the Birmingham City University Students’ Union and the local community. We welcome anyone to get involved with Scratch – from office and admin staff, to presenters and djs.

The Scratch studio is located inside the Birmingham City University Students’ Union building, on the City North Campus. From here live shows are broadcast, jingles and idents are produced and reception is regularly manned by a member of the committee. Pop in and see what it’s all about!

Whilst our schedule may not be full yet, we’re working really hard to get as many students and community members involved with the station. If you want to get involed, check out our Join Us pages. Or, for full shows and listings, see our Schedule.