EastEnders’ long-term future in doubt?
In the mid-80s the BBC faced two crises.
The role branding might play in healing the wounds inflicted by the Bashir affair
Trust in journalism is hard to create and easy to destroy. The potential for lasting reputational …
GB News test transmission updated
GB News is now broadcasting a looped graphic animation accompanied by test tone, as its test …
BBC launches Euro 2020 trail
The BBC’s official trail for its coverage of the delayed Euro 2020 football championships has …
Channel 4 privatisation on the cards – for real this time?
Yet again there is debate about the possibility of privatising Channel 4. As one newspaper …
Rare BBC News Channel acknowledgement of late-night BBC One handover
BBC One’s late-night handover to the BBC News Channel is generally less than slick. More often …
The mystery of the UTV break bumper and the latest ITV transponder changes
A couple of little mysteries for Pres fans. A fortnight ago a UTV break bumper suddenly appeared. It …
ITV reportedly warns that its future as a PSB can’t be taken for granted
The current Channel 3 licences run out in just over two-and-a-half years time. In return for its …
BBC Two presentation: the early colour years
On 1st July 1967, BBC Two became the first UK television channel to formally launch a colour service …
Mini resurgence of UTV brand
Just when you think a story is over, an unexpected twist in the plot suddenly takes you by surprise. …
ITV DSAT services in a game of musical transponders
A little mystery is unfolding thousands of miles above the equator. ITV is in the process of …
Closure of Wales and NI ITV+1 services
One of ITV’s main public service responsibilities is regional broadcasting. The volume may …