# The Broadcasting Act 1990 (Independent Radio Services Exception) Order 2026, Article 2: Interpretation


In this Order—
“AM broadcasting frequency” means a frequency that falls within the frequency band 526.5 kilohertz to 1.6065 megahertz;
“FM broadcasting frequency” means a frequency that falls within the frequency band 87.5 to 108 megahertz;
“restricted service” has the meaning given by section 245(4)(c) of the Communications Act 2003;
“wireless telegraphy apparatus” has the meaning given by section 117(1) of the Wireless Telegraphy Act 2006.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2026/300/article/2 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/broadcasting-act-1990-independent-radio-services-exception-order-2026/article-2
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