Last updated: December 2025

These General Terms & Conditions apply to competitions, prize draws and promotions run or promoted on Energy 106(each a “Competition”) unless we publish Competition-specific terms for a particular Competition, in which case those specific terms apply in addition and will take priority if there’s any conflict.

Promoter: Energy Media Group Limited trading as Energy 106 (“Energy 106”, “we”, “us”, “our”), unless stated otherwise in the Competition-specific terms.

1) Acceptance of terms

By entering a Competition, you confirm you have read and agree to these Terms and any Competition-specific terms (together, the “Terms”).

2) Promoter: Energy 106 competitions vs advertiser/partner competitions

1. Energy 106-run Competitions (our own): Unless the Competition-specific terms say otherwise, Energy Media Group Limited (Energy 106) is the Promoter and is responsible for running the Competition, selecting the winner (as applicable), and arranging prize fulfilment (either directly or via a supplier).

2. Advertiser/Partner Competitions: Some Competitions are run in partnership with, sponsored by, or promoted on behalf of an advertiser or other third party (a “Partner”). Where the Competition-specific terms name a Partner as the Promoter (“Partner Promoter”), that Partner Promoter is responsible for administering the Competition and/or providing/fulfilling the prize(s) as described. Energy 106’s role may be limited to marketing, hosting entry mechanics (including on-air elements), and/or facilitating winner contact.

3. If unclear: The Competition-specific terms will always state who the Promoter is for that Competition.

3) Eligibility

1. Unless stated otherwise in the Competition-specific terms, entry is open to residents of Northern Ireland aged 18 or over at the time of entry.

2. Employees, contractors, interns, or immediate family/household members of the Promoter (and any Partners connected with the Competition) may not enter.

3. We may require proof of age, identity, and eligibility. If you cannot provide it, you may be disqualified.

4) How to enter

1. Entry methods (for example: online form, email, phone call, SMS/text, social media, or post) will be described in the Competition-specific terms and/or on-air.

2. Where entry involves a cost (e.g., SMS/phone charges), this will be made clear in the Competition-specific terms and/or on-air. If a free entry route is available/required, it will be set out in the Competition-specific terms.

3. You must enter personally. Entries made via agents, bulk services, scripts, bots, automated methods, or any attempt to manipulate the Competition are void.

4. Unless stated otherwise, one entry per person per Competition. Duplicate entries may be disqualified.

5) Entry period

1. Opening/closing dates and times will be stated in the Competition-specific terms and/or on-air (the “Entry Period”).

2. We are not responsible for entries received late, lost, corrupted, misdirected, incomplete, or not received due to technical issues, network congestion, or platform outages.

3. All times are UK local time (GMT/BST as applicable).

6) Entry costs (phone/SMS/online)

1. If entry is via SMS/text or phone, any applicable charges and/or shortcode/number will be stated in the Competition-specific terms and/or on-air. Your network provider’s standard rates (or any stated premium rate) may apply.

2. You are responsible for any costs you incur to enter (including data charges).

7) Winner selection and fairness

1. Competitions will be run fairly and with due care, and we will not materially mislead entrants about a Competition.

2. The selection method will be stated in the Competition-specific terms and may include:

   • Random draw (using a verifiable method), or

   • Judging based on stated criteria, or

   • First valid entry received, or

   • On-air selection (e.g., “caller number X”).

3. Our decision is final in all matters relating to the Competition, except where prohibited by law.

8) Winner notification and verification

1. Winners will be contacted using the details provided at entry (or via the relevant platform if entered through social media).

2. Winners must respond within 48 hours of first contact unless stated otherwise.

3. If a winner does not respond in time, is ineligible, cannot verify eligibility, or declines the prize, we may select an alternative winner (where practicable).

4. We may require winners to sign a winner declaration and/or eligibility confirmation.

9) The prize

1. Prize details will be stated in the Competition-specific terms.

2. Prizes are non-transferable and no cash alternative will be offered unless we state otherwise.

3. We may substitute a prize (or part of a prize) with an alternative of equal or greater value if necessary due to circumstances beyond our control.

4. Unless stated otherwise, prizes do not include any additional costs (travel, accommodation, spending money, insurance, visas, passports, vaccinations, meals, etc.).

5. Any images of prizes are illustrative only.

9A) Advertiser / Partner Promotions

1. Where a Competition involves a Partner, the Competition-specific terms will identify whether:

   • Energy 106 is the Promoter, or

   • the Partner is the Promoter (a Partner Promoter), or

   • the Partner is the prize provider/fulfilment partner only.

2. Where a Partner Promoter is named, the Partner Promoter is responsible for Competition administration and/or prize provision as set out in the Competition-specific terms.

3. Partner terms: Prizes provided by a Partner may be subject to the Partner’s (and/or their suppliers’) terms and conditions (for example venue, travel, voucher, or event terms).

4. Prize fulfilment issues: Where a prize is provided/fulfilled by a Partner, any issues relating to fulfilment may need to be taken up with the Partner (although Energy 106 may assist in liaising where reasonable).

5. Liability: Nothing excludes liability that cannot be excluded by law. Subject to that, where a prize is provided/fulfilled by a Partner, Energy 106 is not responsible for the Partner’s acts/omissions or for changes/cancellations imposed by third parties beyond our reasonable control.

10) Travel / experiences (if applicable)

If the prize includes travel or an experience:

1. Winners and guests must comply with any supplier/venue terms, age restrictions, health & safety rules, and conduct requirements.

2. Dates may be subject to availability and blackout periods.

3. We recommend winners take out appropriate travel insurance.

4. If a winner cannot travel/attend for any reason (including medical, documentation, or availability), the prize may be forfeited.

11) Publicity

1. Winners may be asked to take part in reasonable publicity (e.g., photos, audio, video, on-air mentions).

2. You can refuse publicity, but we may still publish limited winner information where appropriate to demonstrate a valid award of prizes.

12) Data protection

1. We will process personal data to administer the Competition (including verifying eligibility, contacting winners, delivering prizes, and fraud prevention).

2. We may share necessary data with prize providers/suppliers/Partners solely for administration and fulfilment purposes.

3. Partner promotions: Depending on the Competition, a Partner may act as a separate controller of your personal data (or a processor on our behalf). Where relevant, we will identify the Partner in the Competition-specific terms and share data only as necessary to run the Competition and deliver prizes.

4. Marketing: entry does not automatically opt you into marketing. Any marketing consent will be requested separately (opt-in).

5. For more information, see our Privacy Policy: Privacy Policy Here

13) Disqualification and cancellation

1. We may disqualify any entrant who:

   • breaches these Terms,

   • provides false or misleading information,

   • acts in a disruptive, abusive, or unsafe manner, or

   • tampers with the entry process or unfairly influences the outcome.

2. We reserve the right to suspend, cancel, or amend a Competition where necessary due to events beyond our reasonable control (including technical failures, fraud, or operational reasons). Where possible, we’ll take reasonable steps to minimise disappointment.

14) Liability

1. Nothing in these Terms limits liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud, or any other liability that cannot be excluded by law.

2. Subject to the above, we are not responsible for:

   • any loss, damage, or injury arising from taking up a prize (except where caused by our negligence),

   • technical failures, network issues, platform outages, or lost entries,

   • acts/omissions of third-party suppliers beyond our reasonable control.

3. Prize suppliers/Partners are responsible for delivery of their goods/services and for any warranties/terms they provide.

15) Third-party platforms (social media)

If entry is via social media, the Competition is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with the relevant platform (unless explicitly stated). You release the platform from any responsibility relating to the Competition.

16) Winner information

We may publish a winner’s first name and general location (e.g., “Emma, Belfast”) on-air and/or on our website/social channels, unless the winner objects on reasonable grounds. A winners list may be available on request at info@energy106.co.uk for (30 days) after the close date.

17) Contact

Questions about a Competition can be directed to: info@energy106.co.uk.

18) Governing law

These Terms are governed by the laws applicable in Northern Ireland, and the courts of Northern Ireland will have jurisdiction (unless consumer law gives you rights to bring a claim elsewhere).