New commercial radio code of practice to launch on March 15

The radio industry will be held to account by a new Commercial Industry Code of Practice which comes into force on March 15.

The code, registered by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA), regulates the content of commercial radio and aims to ensure broadcasts meet community standards and attitudes while protecting the right of freedom of speech.

CRA chief executive officer Joan Warner said the new code had been developed following an extensive review and consultation process.