What are the objectives of Inverness Hospital Radio?

Inverness Hospital Radio is a Registered Charity in Scotland and operates on a voluntary not for profit basis. Since its creation in 1970 it has operated as a broadcasting service to patients in hospitals in Inverness...originally the Royal Northern Infirmary and latterly Raigmore Hospital. Its aim was to provide entertainment for patients in hospital and play requested music from friends and relatives of patients as well as music requested by the patients themselves that were collected by a team of Ward Visitors. At its most recent AGM the station has confirmed its decision to move to online broadcasting in 2021. This is an exciting time for the service as we will be moving into a new era where we can reach a greater number of patients across all areas of the Highlands through the internet. We will also be promoting healthy life messages and signposting to a variety of information and support for health in the Highlands. We remain a voluntary organisation and a registered charity with our studio base continuing on the Raigmore Hospital site.

Can anyone join Inverness Hospital Radio?

As long as you are over age 16, you can apply to become a member of Inverness Hospital Radio. You can do this by sending in your details on the Contact Us page.

Do you need to a have a specific skill to become a member?

There is no requirement to have any particular skills or qualifications. The service is appealing to members for many different reasons; providing a community service; sharing an enjoyment of music; learning new skills or simply getting to meet people. Our membership have varied backgrounds and talents and the diversity is helpful in working as a team to deliver our service.

How much time do you expect members to offer?

There is no ‘minimum’ time commitment expected from members. Different roles may require different inputs related to tasks. See roles below.

What type of roles might I get involved in?

The service offers the opportunity to get involved through various functions:

Programme presenter: (produce and present your own or a request show)

Programme Control: (this can involve scheduling and programme management)

Ward Visitor: (visit wards, talk to patients and gather any requests)

Music library management: (maintain & develop our vinyl, CD and digital libraries)

Computer systems: (maintain our 24 hour broadcasting software and hardware)

Social Media management: (support and manage our Facebook and Web page )

Fund raising: (use organisational skills to help fund our projects)

Recording skills: (you may want to get involved in recording interviews or programmes)

As well as the above there are the main Committee Roles of Chairman, Treasurer and Secretary and other committee members which become available each year at the AGM.

Can I present my own music programmes?

Yes. Inverness Hospital Radio broadcasts 24/7 and we would like to broadcast as much locally produced programmes as possible. Several members record their own shows for inclusion in our schedule and this gives us variety in our programming as we can cover many interests and styles. Training in the use of equipment and production standards can be provided.