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RADIO Short-term RSLs (typically broadcast on low-power FM) can last a maximum of 28 consecutive days and can only be applied for twice in twelve months (and only once in twelve months inside Greater London) by the same applicant/group. They are generally used for special events or to trial run a radio station ultimately seeking a permanent licence. Longterm RSLs (typically broadcast on low-power AM) are used for radio stations broadcasting to university campuses and hospitals. They can be compared with the Low-power Broadcasting movement in the United States . TELEVISION RSL's are also issued to television stations who wish to cover a very small area. These licences (Also known as Restricted Television Service licenses or '''RTS licenses'') restrict power, and hence range, but not operating hours. These licences are valid for 4 years, and must be competed for on renewal. In light of the expected switch-off of Analogue Television beginning in 2008 , Ofcom have extended all licences to 30 June 2007 , by which time, a review of the future of local broadcasting will have been completed. Channels broadcasting under RTSs
Note that not all of these channels may currently broadcast. Some channels also broadcast through other platforms such as cable and satellite. SEE ALSO
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