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.
2021
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BEIRG launches new website www.beirg.org
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New steering group members added
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Consultation responses
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