A single ITV could become a reality in the next few years, following today’s proposals for relaxation of broadcasting regulation.The main proposals for ownership regulation are as follows: The 15% limit on television audience share will be replaced with a new system for ensuring plurality in television services and the rule which prohibits single ownership… Continue reading White Paper Paves Way For Single ITV
British Sky Broadcasting has announced the launch of its digital text service, Sky Text. Delivering more than 1,200 pages of news, sport, entertainment and information through the text button on subscribers’ remote controls, its interactive elements also allow viewers to go online to bet on sporting events or to access Sky.com. The TV betting facility… Continue reading BSkyB Announces Launch Of Sky Text
The Communications White Paper published today will see the creation of Ofcom, a regulator for the whole communications sector including TV, radio and telecommunications. It will have concurrent powers with the Office of Fair Trading to exercise Competition Act powers for the communications sector, and it is thought that it is these general powers which… Continue reading Chris Smith Unveils Ofcom
Carlton Communications’ plans for a E250m pan-European internet alliance have collapsed after the media group failed to secure a financial commitment from Italy’s Mediaset, Telecinco of Spain and Germany’s Kirch. Michael Green, Carlton chairman, had earlier this year announced plans for a “Grand @lliance” which would have seen the four media groups, plus TF1 of… Continue reading Carlton’s European Internet Alliance Hopes Dashed
Channel 4 has moved US fantasy drama series Angel to a later time of 11.35pm in its schedule, following concerns that its content was too adult for the original 6pm slot.The character of Angel first appeared in teen-oriented series Buffy the Vampire Slayer, shown on BBC2. The spin-off series bought by C4 follows Angel, a… Continue reading Angel Retreats Into The Night Following ITC Taste And Decency Rap
British Sky Broadcasting has announced the launch of its digital text service, Sky Text. Delivering more than 1,200 pages of news, sport, entertainment and information through the text button on subscribers’ remote controls, its interactive elements also allow viewers to go online to bet on sporting events or to access Sky.com.The TV betting facility is… Continue reading BSkyB Announces Launch Of Sky Text
According to figures released by the Office of National Statistics, the underlying rate of inflation rose during November, to 2.2%. Despite the rise, it is still comfortably below the target of 2.5% set by the government.The headline rate of inflation also increased, from 3.1% in October to 3.2% in November.The Retail Prices Index for November… Continue reading Underlying Inflation Rate Rises During November
The board of Scottish Radio Holdings (SRH) has announced the appointment of Goldman Sachs International to assist in a strategic review of the company’s options for the future. On Friday the Scottish Media Group (SMG) acquired a 14.9% stake in SRH (see SMG Acquires 14.9% Stake In Scottish Radio Holdings), sparking rumours that a take-over… Continue reading Scottish Radio Holdings Appoints Goldman Sachs For Strategic Review
Culture secretary Chris Smith this afternoon outlined the Government’s Communications White Paper: “Our world is changing, and communications are central to this change. Digital media have revolutionised the information society. Multi-channel television will soon be available to all. More and more people can gain access to the internet, through personal computers, televisions, mobile phones, and… Continue reading White Paper Paves Way For Communications “Revolution”
Monday MediaTel’s weekly media focus and analysis, Media Track, is featured in Campaign Media Business.Tuesday The Government releases its long-awaited Communications White Paper in which regulation surrounding both the media and telecommunications industry is expected to be relaxed, paving the way for further consolidation and cross media alliances. A new “super regulator” to replace the… Continue reading The Week Ahead
