Read this: Vaizey kicks off local DAB expansion plan

Summary: Ed Vaizey said quotDigital radio is the future of radio in the UK and I am delighted that Government has been able to play its part in this major expansion which will help accelerate the transition to digital radio, in the car and at home. Ford Ennals, CEO of Digital Radio UK added quotWe welcome the UK expansion of digital radio - it's great news for listeners as it means that millions more listeners and thousands more miles of roads will be able to receive DAB loud and clear. - radiotoday.co.uk