Guest Contributor Policy

Purpose

This policy sets out the standards and procedures for guest contributors appearing on Towerblock Radio CIC broadcasts.

Scope

This policy applies to all guest DJs, interview guests, MCs, performers and any contributor who is not a regular presenter or resident.

Definitions

• Guest contributor means any person who appears on a Towerblock Radio CIC broadcast on a one-off or occasional basis.
• Host means the regular presenter responsible for the show on which the guest appears.

Responsibilities

The Programming Lead approves guest contributors. Hosts brief guests before appearance. Guest contributors follow the policy.

Policy Statement

Towerblock Radio CIC welcomes guest contributors and ensures they are briefed on standards, treated fairly, and contribute positively to the station.

Detailed Procedures

Approval

Guest contributors must be approved by the Programming Lead or the show host in advance. For high-profile or potentially controversial guests, the board may be consulted.

Briefing

Before appearing on air, guest contributors must be briefed on:

• The Editorial Standards Policy.
• The Code of Conduct for DJs.
• Safeguarding requirements.
• What they can and cannot say on air.
• Technical requirements (microphone, levels, timing).
• The show format and expectations.

Conduct

Guest contributors must:

• Follow the Editorial Standards Policy.
• Not use the platform to promote hatred, violence, discrimination or illegal activity.
• Respect other contributors, staff and listeners.
• Not share confidential or sensitive information.
• Credit artists and labels where playing music.
• Follow safeguarding boundaries.

Content rights

• Guest contributions are the property of Towerblock Radio CIC for broadcast purposes.
• Guests retain rights to their own original content subject to applicable policies.
• Guests should not record or redistribute the broadcast without permission.

Incidents

If a guest breaches standards during a live broadcast, the host or technical operator may end the guest's contribution.

Expenses and fees

Guest contributors are generally unpaid. Pre-approved expenses may be claimed in accordance with the Expenses Policy. Where a fee is agreed, it must be approved by the board and documented.

Reporting Process

Concerns about guest contributors should be reported to the Programming Lead.

Compliance Requirements

• Ofcom Broadcasting Code (where applicable).
• Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988.
• Equality Act 2010.

Monitoring

The Programming Lead reviews guest contributor activity annually.

Review Cycle

This policy shall be reviewed annually.

Version Number

Version 1.0

Approval Section

Approved by: Towerblock Radio CIC Board Date: July 2026 Next review: July 2027

Related Policies

• Editorial Standards Policy
• Code of Conduct for DJs
• Live Broadcast Policy
• Presenter Agreement

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