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The latest quarterly Rajar figures are out and commercial radio broadcasters have reacted with jubilance over continued growth.

Rajar Q2 2024 analysis: The addition of North has provided the Global station’s breakfast programme with a double-digit boost in weekly reach.

Rajar Q2 2024 analysis: Share of listening on digital platforms continued to grow relative to AM/FM radio in Q2, according to new Rajar figures.

Rajar Q2 2024 analysis: Commercial radio has notably continued to increase its share of listening relative to the BBC, achieving a record share of 55%.

The drop in number of listens was attributed to Apple’s iOS 17 update that changed how podcasts are downloaded on mobiles. 

The platform’s UK launch campaign focused on environments that nurture escapism as well as “disruptive channels”.

Expanded subscription and content offerings, combined with lower churn despite consecutive price increases, have contributed to continued growth.

A 60-second TV ad with Cher making surprise appearances in different programmes will run on ITV, Channel 4 and Sky. 

The current BBC charter ends in 2027.

Reporter Ella Sagar and deputy editor Maria Iu look at the stories that mattered most in media and advertising this week.