Published on: Friday January 9, 2026
WGGB negotiators have agreed a 2.3% increase on minimum fees for writers commissioned under our BBC radio drama agreement.
The original drama rate per minute rises to £69.33 for one transmission (established) and £45.98 (beginners). The Archers rate rises to £1,159.
There are also increases to minimum fees for short stories, abridgements and podcast drama, plus new attendance rates.
The changes are effective from 18 December 2025.