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Irvine Beat FM (SCIO)

Also known as: Irvine Beat FM

Country
Scotland
Charity number
SC042902
Status
Active
Registered
Jan. 30, 2012
Legal form
SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)

Address

Address
2 Portland Place
Heatherhouse Industrial Estate
Irvine
Ayrshire
KA12 8LW

Contact

Activities

'It carries out activities or services itself'

'the advancement of education','the advancement of health','the advancement of citizenship or community development','the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage'

Irvine Beat FM is a Community Radio Station based in Irvine and surrounding areas. The station is a Scottish registered charity (SCIO - SC042902) and is run and managed entirely by volunteers. We broadcast 24/7, 365 days of the year, on FM, online, on smart speakers and on an app. The station provides health and social education to the local area, which is listed within the lowest 15% on the Scottish Index of Multiple Deprivation, by broadcasting health and well being related programming. The promotion of community-led events relating to health and well-being. Improved social awareness and interaction. The facilitation of discussion and the expression of opinion. the promotion and opportunities within the community. To encourage understanding of the diversity in our community. promotion of community-led events relating to health issues. Strengthening of links within the community.

Beneficiaries: 'People with disabilities or health problems','No specific group, or for the benefit of the community'

Objectives: 4.1 To advance in health by raising awareness in the local community of health and social issues, while providing entertainment to listeners. 4.2 To advance citizenship to residents of Redburn, Vineburgh, Springside and Castlepark areas of Irvine. 4.3 To relieve those most socially excluded. Irvine Beat FM will target volunteers and listeners from disadvantaged groups 4.4 To advance education through the provision of training in media and administration to local inhabitants

Geography

Main operating location
North Ayrshire
Geographical spread
A specific local point, community or neighbourhood

Finances

Period end Income Expenditure
March 31, 2025 £14,742 £15,171
March 31, 2024 £8,846 £18,497
March 31, 2023 £29,210 £17,416
March 31, 2022 £11,377 £21,002
March 31, 2021 £30,012 £20,395