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Burstow congratulates Radio Jackie in Parliament
March 19, 2009 5:46 PM
Paul Burstow, MP for Sutton and Cheam, has tabled a parliamentary motion congratulating Radio Jackie for reaching its 40th birthday.
In recognition of the station reaching this landmark, Mr Burstow took the opportunity to pay tribute to the dedication of those who have worked at the station over the past four decades. In particular, for their considerable fundraising activities and the campaign for a licence that received such widespread local support in the 1980s.
The motion also commended Radio Jackie for having been played to MPs in Parliament in 1972 as an example of the possibilities of local radio because the station pioneered local radio in the South West London region.
Paul Burstow commented
'The history of Radio Jackie is a fascinating story involving commitment to the station, a degree of controversy and significant contributions to charity.
'40 might be a birthday which some want to avoid, but Radio Jackie should be proud of its birthday and credit is due to the loyalty of the listeners and the management for the part they played in reaching this milestone.'
EDM 1027
Radio Jackie 40th Birthday 10/03/09
That this House congratulates Radio Jackie on its 40th birthday; recognises the hard work and dedication of the individuals at the station, which first broadcast in Sutton four decades ago for just 30 minutes and then went on to pioneer local radio in South West London; recognises that during its years as a pirate station it was a significant and dedicated fundraiser, and commends all those who raised vital funds for many local causes; applauds the fact that in March 1972 Radio Jackie was played in Parliament as an example of the potential of local radio during the committee stage of the Sound Broadcasting Bill; notes that the station launched the careers of Paul McKenna and Dave Pearce; commends the station for the widespread support it received in seeking a licence during the 1980s, including a 55,000 strong petition; and further recognises the decades of determination by the station to gain a licence and the commitment of the original management team who came back together to re-launch the station officially in February 2003 so that once again Radio Jackie is providing communities across South West London with music, valuable local news and charitable support.
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