Radio Coverage

BBC Southern Counties
Coverage: Surrey and North Hampshire

Date: 7 July

The closure of Parsons Mead School and the end of 109 years of a tradition was a major news story covered half-hourly on the news buelletins throughout the day. It was the second news item after the London bombings anniversary, which just goes to show what a major event it is. The story included sound bites from parent and steering group member, Anita Bean.

Date: 21 June

What: News bulletin at 8.00am and live interviews broadcast 8.10 – 8.25am with parents Anita Bean, Irene Gatland and Karin Hoejmans from outside Parsons Mead. Sound bites repeated during hourly news bulletins.

BBC Radio 4
Coverage: UK

Date: 22 June

What: Interview with Anita Bean recorded for future use on PM news show between 5 – 6 pm. Researchers continue to follow the story and would like to include future developments in their broadcast.