Freesat Launching 18 New Channels

The joint free satellite service from ITV and the BBC, Freesat, is set to launch 18 new radio and TV channels.

The first set of channels launches on July 24 and features a entertainment, news, shopping and gaming channels, while the second set launches on August 1 and is made up of radio stations including Capital Radio and Xfm, among others.

Emma Scott, managing director of Freesat, said: “Following last week’s launch of BBC and ITV regional variants, these new TV and radio channels further enhance Freesat’s offering and provide extra choice to viewers and listeners.”

Freesat launched in May offering over 80 free digital television, radio and interactive channels including high definition services from the BBC and ITV (see Freesat Launches Today).

Freesat box prices start from £49.99, with a high definition box available from £120, while installation costs from around £80.

Freesat: www.freesat.co.uk