The Copyright Act permits radio stations holding special licences to broadcast published literary or dramatic works provided they meet certain requirements (discussed above under “The print disability radio licence”).

The licences, issued under broadcasting legislation, are “granted for the purpose of authorising the making of sound broadcasts to persons who by reason of old age, disability or literacy problems are unable to handle books or newspapers or to read or comprehend written material”.

If you are unsure whether your radio station’s licence meets this description, you may be able to get some assistance from the CCBAA.