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IFE will begin transmission of its Family Channel UK in September. The channel, to be delivered on Astra will be based in Maidstone, following IFE’s recent acquisition of TVS for $85m.

IPC and Groupe Marie Claire have joined forces to launch a French version of Practical Parenting. The monthly title is to be called Famili, aiming for a circulation of 365,000, which would make it the biggest selling parent title in France.IPC: 071 261 6071

Harrington Kilbride Publishing Group has won the contract to produce the bi-monthly title Food Magazine , previously published by CPR. A re-launch will take place in May with a new editorial direction.Harrington Kilbride: 071 226 2222

Original programming for The Cable Network, the UK’s first nationwide cable exclusive channel, has been awarded to CST Productions (Bristol). Launching on May 1st the channel, formerly known as UK Today, will show both original and acquired programmes between 1300 – 2300 seven days a week. The channel is backed by UK cable operators Comcast,… Continue reading CST Wins First National Cable Channel

IPC and Groupe Marie Claire have joined forces to launch a French version of Practical Parenting. The monthly title is to be called Famili, aiming for a circulation of 365,000, which would make it the biggest selling parent title in France.IPC: 071 261 6071

Harrington Kilbride Publishing Group has won the contract to produce the bi-monthly title Food Magazine , previously published by CPR. A re-launch will take place in May with a new editorial direction.Harrington Kilbride: 071 226 2222

ITV looks set to enter new ground this year by broadcasting a programme that has been bought and paid for by an advertiser. The deal involves coverage of the 1993 IndyCar series in America featuring Nigel Mansell.A number of the ITV companies, including Carlton, Yorkshire and Meridian have so far agreed to receive the series… Continue reading ITV Unique Sponsorship Deal

The Sunday Mirror is being given a new look this weekend in an attempt to encourage sales. The magazine is being made smaller, in line with other Sunday supplements, and the main newspaper is likely to contain a new lifestyle section.Whilst confirming that a revamp will take place Mirror Group Newspapers is refusing to release… Continue reading Sunday Mirror Revamp

In a bid to improve disappointing ratings performance GMTV is to switch a number of presenters. Eamonn Holmes will move alongside Fiona Armstrong from next week, replacing Mike Wilson. If ratings improve as a result it would appear that Wilson will be moved to host a one hour 0600-0700 slot prior to the main event… Continue reading GMTV – All Change

From 15th February Children’s ITV will have a new look. Renamed CITV, the channel will provide a ‘continuous flow of programmes, promotions, information and commercials, without the previously distinct junction between shows.’ On screen presenters will be replaced by new characters and animations, plus guest appearances by celebrities and viewers. The premise for the new… Continue reading Revamp For Children’s ITV