Technical info - PMSE spectrum and equipment
Published: 6 February 2015
Last updated: 4 February 2026
Technical info about PMSE spectrum and equipment
Fixed terrestrial links
Published: 20 June 2023
Last updated: 2 February 2026
Fixed Terrestrial Links or Fixed Wireless Systems (FWS) refer to terrestrial based wireless systems, operating between two or more fixed points.
Call for input: Sector Spectrum Review - Programme Making and Special Events (PMSE)
Published: 21 January 2026
Ofcom is reviewing spectrum use by audio and video PMSE applications to ensure our spectrum management decisions continue to support the sector in delivering benefits to UK citizens and the wider economy. As part of the first stage of our review, we have published a Call for Input (CFI).
Programme-making and special events (PMSE)
Published: 27 June 2010
Last updated: 21 January 2026
Find information on applying for or renewing an Ofcom Programme Making & Special Events licence.
Major events for PMSE licensees
Published: 19 December 2025
If you are using wireless microphones and walkie-talkies for radio and TV, you need a programme-making and special events (PMSE) licence.
NFL London 2026: Game 3
Published: 19 December 2025
Radio spectrum licence application for NFL London 2026 - Game 3
NFL London 2026: Game 2
Published: 19 December 2025
The NFL London 2026 - Game 2 is designated as a major event, where frequency assignments need to be carefully controlled. Contact information is also available.
NFL London 2026: Game 1
Published: 19 December 2025
The NFL London 2026 - Game 1 event is designated as a major event, where frequency assignments need to be carefully controlled. Contact information is also available.
British Champions Day 2026
Published: 19 December 2025
British Champions Day 2026 event is designated as a major event, where frequency assignments need to be carefully controlled. Contact information is also available.
Tour of Britain Women’s Cycling 2026
Published: 19 December 2025
Radio spectrum licence application for Tour of Britain Women's Cycling 2026