[1][2] On 4 February 2014, the Radio Today website reported that Ofcom had given Global permission to remove Smooth from the Digital One platform, and to replace it with a service playing music from the 1970s, 80s and 90s.

[3] Under this agreement, Smooth would continue to broadcast on its regional frequencies, but would be required to provide seven hours of local output per day.

[4] Local news bulletins, traffic updates and advertising were retained, alongside the station's West Midlands breakfast show.

Local programming is produced and broadcast from Global's Birmingham studios from 6-10am with Smooth Breakfast with Nigel Freshman on weekdays.

All networked programming originates from Global's London headquarters, including The Smooth Drive Home with Angie Greaves.