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Radio news remains the primary source of information for hundreds of
millions of people throughout the world. Radio journalism is essential
listening in almost every country on earth.
Our live journalism award is for the best coverage of a major news
story, either domestic or international. The award will go to the radio
news broadcast that has responded to an important story most effectively.
Our judges will be looking for outstanding examples of journalistic
explanation both in the field and by news presenters, as well as quality
of reporting. The jury wants to see how the coverage engages the
listener as the story develops.
The journalism will be sensitive and compassionate when the situation
demands. The coverage will clearly demonstrate that the journalists –
and their programme editors – can cope with a fluid situation when
facts may be in short supply.
If the entry relates to a long-running story, such as an extended
conflict, we will want to see how the coverage remains consistent over
a period of time. Our judges will need to see evidence of how the story
has been kept fresh so that the audience does not become
overwhelmed or bored.
You should submit a compilation of the story, demonstrating how the
coverage unfolded. Any internal edits in the coverage you are
submitting should be clear in the compilation.
All coverage entered must have been transmitted or distributed online
between 1 June 2015 and 30 June 2016.
RADIO JOURNALISM
Winner 2015
BBC World Service
Ebola Coverage
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