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CommentDon’t simply blame US streamers for UK drama health
As a COBA report shows UK-US scripted co-commissions are stable, executive director Adam Minns urges measured analysis over alarmist statements
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CommentJeremy Daldry: The truth is often ugly and uncomfortable
ITN Productions’ deputy head of UK factual unpacks the complexities of exploring the Gisèle Pelicot case for Channel 5
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CommentDan Walker: TV can still be a powerful tool to make a difference
Programmes which touch people’s lives are public service broadcasting at its finest
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CommentAction and accessibility hold key to Blindspot appeal
Director Jordan Hogg on how simple questions made producing the Clapperboard/Channel 5’s drama a better experience
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CommentDigital UK: bringing the PSBs together
As Channel 5 joins Digital UK, chair Caroline Thomson looks ahead to a year of anniversaries
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CommentBuilding the best for Birmingham
Over 34 series of The Gadget Show, North One and Channel 5 have ensured regional voices get heard, writes Neil Duncanson
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CommentPSBs are ignoring their remits in the Midlands
Some regions are more equal than others and broadcasters’ programme spends prove it, says Mike Bradley
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CommentUS-style news won’t work in UK
Impartiality rules mean there is no place for polarised, opinion-heavy services, says Peter Bazalgette
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CommentMy Mentor: David Sumnall on Ben Frow
Ben Frow is not my mentor in the traditional sense but his actions changed my life
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CommentLandmark step for court reporting
Allowing cameras in courts will make the legal system more transparent, says John Battle
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CommentByrne, BritBox and a fresh prince
Broadcast looks back on a year of SVoD launches, licence fee rows and a car-crash interview
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CommentBritBox deserves more respect
Service will ensure PSBs aren’t left out of the streaming revolution
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CommentIs British TV in a mid-life crisis?
Uncomfortable questions are being asked about the future of public service broadcasting. They deserve a proper hearing, says Jonathan Thompson
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CommentLiving through the Blitz
Dr Emilia Chodorowska explains how telling personal stories was integral to Windfall Films’ doc series
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CommentRights revolution needs new rules
Industry needs to build consensus on how shows are exploited
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CommentBritbox: hard work starts here
Platform is the right step for the PSBs, but the challenges are huge
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CommentTV has a duty to lead debate
It’s important to clear space in the schedule to address the issues of the day, says Guy Davies
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CommentStreaming is going mobile as consumers embrace change
More services are launching apps as spend and viewing rises, says Paul Barnes
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CommentFingers crossed for upbeat 2019
Industry faces uncertain time, but creativity provides some cheer
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CommentBritish TV should not become a footnote to the FAANGs' ambition
PSBs can thrive alongside the tech giants as long as they collaborate while continuing to do what they do best