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BEIRG still going strong after 20 years

Since its inception in 2004, BEIRG has been dedicated to ensuring that the UK's creative industries relying on PMSE (Programme Making & Special Events) technologies have access to the spectrum necessary to produce world-class content.

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While we have accomplished much over the years, ongoing challenges continue to demand our attention. As our efforts persist, we invite you to show your support by subscribing to our future newsletters.

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To explore our past consultation responses, please click here.

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2021

  • BEIRG launches new website www.beirg.org

  • New steering group members added

  • Consultation responses

Music Concert

2018

  • Ofcom publishes response to 700MHz compensation

  • BEIRG briefs MPs from most major parties supporting compensation campaign

  • BEIRG successful in gaining improvements to proposed funding scheme

  • Consultation responses

Concert

2015

  • BEIRG urges caution regarding Ofcom's decision to green light use of WSD (White Space Devices) in same spectrum used by PMSE

  • Consultation responses

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2012

  • BEIRG starts discussions with Ofcom on proposals for the clearance 700MHz for mobile broadband

  • Consultation responses

Stadium Concert

2009

  • BEIRG launches group on social media platform LinkedIn

  • Consultation responses

Microphone Close-Up

2006

  • BEIRG Steering Group formed

  • Ranelagh International appointed to handle Political PR

  • House of Commons presentation with Sir George Martin

  • Early Day Motion (EDR) signed by over 200 MPs

  • Consultation responses

The Stage

2020

  • COVID epidemic ravages the PMSE community bringing business in the Live and Events sector to a grinding halt

  • BEIRG continues to engage with Ofcom, Government and stakeholders on 700MHz clearance

  • Consultation responses

Concert crowd at live music festival

2017

  • Ofcom consultation on funding for 700MHz clearance

  • BEIRG consults PMSE industry on response

  • Consultation responses

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2014

  • BEIRG outlines key concerns and potential solutions in response to Ofcom announcement that 700MHz band to be cleared for mobile broadband

  • Consultation responses

On Air Sign

2011

  • BEIRG presents 'Spectrum Update' at PLASA Show

  • BEIRG challenges plans to sell surrendered 800MHz equipment back into the market

  • Consultation responses

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2008

  • BEIRG convinces Ofcom to publish 'White Spaces' maps

  • BEIRG 'Impact Assessment' on future spectrum availability for PMSE published

  • BEIRG launches Save Our Sound UK campaign with over 20 industry associations and organisations

  • Consultations responses

Cheering Concert Crowd

2005

  • BEIRG starts lobbying campaign

  • Meeting in London at Orbital offices with key stakeholders

  • BEIRG organise to respond to Ofcom consultation

  • Consultation responses

Before the Gig

2019

  • BEIRG advises companies and individuals regarding 700MHz clearance funding

  • Consultation responses

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2016

  • BEIRG urges PMSE users to respond regarding funding compensation for equipment that operates between 694 - 790MHz

  • Ofcom confirms 700MHz clearance plans

  • Consultation responses

DJ on the Set

2013

  • BEIRG honoured at Pro Sound Awards in London with 'Grand Prix' prize for its spectrum work on behalf of the PMSE community

  • Consultation responses

Orchestra

2010

  • Landmark BEIRG meeting with Peter Luff MP, Ed Richards (Ofcom) and Philip Rutnam (Ofcom) to directly discuss ongoing PMSE issues

  • Consultation responses

Guitarist on Stage

2007

  • BEIRG unites industry behind the PMSE Pro User Group banner

  • Successful lobbying convinces Ofcom to rethink proposals for PMSE future spectrum access

  • Consultation responses

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2004

  • BEIRG formed in London

  • Ofcom publishes 'Spectrum Framework Review' (SFR)

2004 - BEIRG formed in London

 

In 2004, at offices on Kendall Avenue, London, a group of companies and individuals convened to discuss Ofcom's forthcoming plans,

which were set to significantly impact the PMSE (Programme Making & Special Events) community.

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Recognising the urgent need for representation, BEIRG was established on November 3, 2004,

with a name proposed by freelance sound engineer John Turnock.

 

The group's mission was clear: to advise Ofcom on PMSE spectrum requirements in future consultations.

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On November 23, 2004, Ofcom released their 'Spectrum Framework Review' (SFR), outlining future spectrum access plans.

This document, which had profound implications for the PMSE community, made no mention of PMSE at all.​

 

And the rest as they say, is history.

 

The Steering Committee would like to say thank you to those that were present that day, for the amazing work they did

in bringing BEIRG to life, and laying the foundations for what has followed. 

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Audio Ltd - Kishore Patel

Autograph Sound Recording - Duncan Bell

BBC - Richard Kemp

Better Sound - Brian Clarke

Handheld Audio - Nick Bruce-Smith

Richmond Films - Nigel Woodford

Sennheiser UK - Dave Hawker

Shure Distribution - Alan March

Terry Tew Sound & Light - Terry Tew

Freelance Sound Engineer - John Turnock

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