HBA – Supporting Hospital Broadcasting in the UK

Our recent work

Grants and Bursaries

The Hospital Broadcasting Association (HBA) is committed to supporting hospital radio stations across the UK, enhancing their ability to provide comfort and entertainment to

Zoom Socials

At the Hospital Broadcasting Association (HBA), we recognize the importance of community and connection, especially in the digital age. Our Zoom Socials initiative is

Our Volunteers

Volunteers are the lifeblood of the Hospital Broadcasting Association (HBA) and the hospital radio stations we support. Their dedication, passion, and commitment to bringing

We currently have over 170 individual broadcasting stations, representing 1000s of volunteers. Patients in many UK hospitals benefit from programmes designed to make life better for people in hospital and aid their recovery. The Hospital Broadcasting Association provides support, training and guidance to empower volunteers to provide the best service they can.

ENTRIES NOW OPEN for the 2025 National Hospital Radio Awards!

The National Hospital Radio Awards are a celebration of hospital, health and wellbeing broadcasters from across the country. This annual event celebrates the talent of those who volunteer on-air and behind the scenes.

Entries to the 2025 National Hospital Radio Awards are now open and we’re excited to announce the category and criteria information, including a brand new category for 2025 – the Unsung Hero award!

Find out more here & enter here